Means and methods for personalized behavioral health assessment system and treatment

ABSTRACT

The invention presented personalized biofeedback computerized system, an End-to-End eHealth smart platform for analysis, diagnosis and therapy of types of behavioral disorders. The system comprises a Captive Portal (CP) data input for initial input data and for continuous input data, a database comprising data, a Computer Processing Manager (CPM) for processing the patient data and the database, a Graphical User Interface (GUI) for interfacing with a user, and an Electroencephalography (EEG) or hemoencephalography (HEG) cap for stimulating predetermined areas in the brain, wherein the CPM is interconnected to the CPP, the database and the GUI, the CPM provides instructions for cranial electrode mediated stimulation to the areas in the brain according to a predetermined patient data dependent protocol, and the database provides external data. A preferred embodiment of the invention is a multilayered bio-feedbacking system.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The invention presented means and methods for personalized behavioralhealth assessment system and treatment.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

To date, subjective questionnaires or sophisticated objectivephysiological scans have been used to assess emotional or behavioralcognitive disorders.

Emotional or behavioral cognitive disorders such as eating disorders,obesity, uncontrolled eating and unbalanced eating, ADHD, addictions,eating behaviors, depression, anxiety, autism, as well pain, fertilityfibromyalgia, sleep disorders adversely affect individuals bothmedically and psychologically, leading to reduced life expectancy andpoor quality of life.

Despite the clear evidence of clinical significance and despiteavailability of evidence-based, effective treatments, research has showna paradox of elevated health services use and, yet, infrequenttreatment. Moreover, While there exists a number of treatments for theseemotional or behavioral cognitive disorders, many patients do notrespond favorably to current behavioral, medical or surgical management.

It is hence evident that there is a high unmet treatment need and needfor cost-effective and available simple means and interventions methodto assist community members, health professionals and treatment servicesto recognize and diagnose these disorders efficiently and rapidly aswell as providing appropriate and timely treatment.

Furthermore, there is unmet need for encouragement and motivation of theusers and patients toward medical adherence and compliance for theavailable treatments.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION—AFTER CLIENT A

It is hence an object of the invention to disclose a bio-feedbackingsystem characterized by

-   -   a. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data        input (CP); said data is selected from a group consisting of        data comprising basic input data, passive continuous input data        and active input data;    -   b. a external-data source database;    -   c. a graphical user interface (GUI);    -   d. an EEG wearable device configured for both sensing and for        stimulating defined area of patient's brain; and    -   e. a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing both said        internal data and external data, interconnected with said CP,        said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to instruct        cranial electrode mediated electro-stimulation to stimulate said        area of patient's brain according to said patient-data driven        stimulating-protocol.

It is hence an object of the invention to disclose a bio-feedbackingsystem characterized by

-   -   a. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data        input (CP); said data is selected from a group consisting of        data comprising basic input data, passive continuous input data        and active input data;    -   b. an external-data source database;    -   c. a graphical user interface (GUI);    -   d. a HEG wearable device configured for both sensing and for        stimulating defined area of patient's brain; and    -   e. a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing both said        internal data and external data, interconnected with said CP,        said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to instruct        cranial HEG electrode to stimulate said area of patient's brain        according to said patient-data driven protocol.

It is hence an object of the invention to disclose a bio-feedbackingsystem characterized by

-   -   a. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data        input (CP); said data is selected from a group consisting of        data comprising basic input data, passive continuous input data        and active input data;    -   b. an external-data source database;    -   c. a graphical user interface (GUI);    -   d. an EEG or HEG wearable device configured for both sensing and        stimulating defined area of patient's brain; and    -   e. a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing both said        internal data and external data, interconnected with said CP,        said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to instruct        cranial EEG or HEG electrode to stimulate said area of patient's        brain according to said patient-data driven protocol.

It is hence an object of the invention to disclose a bio-feedbackingsystem

useful for the treatment of at least one of eating disorders, obesity,uncontrolled or unbalanced eating, diabetes, sleep disorders, sleepapnea and uncontrolled behaviors, characterized by:

-   -   a. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data        input (CP); said data is selected from a group consisting of        data comprising basic input data, passive continuous input data        and active input data;    -   b. a external-data source database;    -   c. a graphical user interface (GUI);    -   d. an EEG wearable device configured for both sensing and for        stimulating defined area of patient's brain; and    -   e. a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing both said        internal data and external data, interconnected with said CP,        said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to instruct        cranial electrode mediated electro-stimulation to stimulate said        area of patient's brain according to said patient-data driven        stimulating-protocol.    -   1. The system of claim 4, wherein said system is an adjunctive        therapy for at least one of therapies for eating disorders,        uncontrolled or unbalanced eating, diabetes, sleep disorders,        sleep apnea and uncontrolled behaviors.

It is hence an object of the invention to disclose a multilayeredbio-feedbacking system comprising:

-   -   a. a user derived module, comprising an internal-data source        captive portal data input (CP); said data is selected from a        group consisting of input data, passive continuous input data        and active input data;    -   b. an external module comprising database derived from user's        logged behavior;    -   c. a wearable module, intercommunicable with said user derived        module, comprising:        -   i. at least one first sensor and at least one second sensor;            -   said at least one first sensor is configured to log at                least one first user's behavior, said at least one first                behavior is characterized by a series of n events, n is                an integer number being greater than or equals 1; and,            -   said at least one second sensor is configured to log at                least one second user's behavior, said at least one                second behavior is characterized by a series of m                events, m is an integer number being greater than or                equals 1; and,        -   ii. at least one first and at least one second stimulation            modules for stimulating a response for said at least one            first and second user's behaviors, respectively, said            response is stimulated in connection with said n′ and m′            events; n′ and m′, respectively, are an integer numbers,            each of which is being greater than or equals 1; each of            which of said at least one first and second stimulation            modules are in connection with either or both            -   (1) one or more signal inducers configured for a                conscious alert; and            -   (2) one or more signal inducers configured for either a                conscious or a subconscious stimulation at one or more                locations of user's brain;    -   d. a multilayered supervising processor structured with at least        one first stimulus-respond reflex lower-layer and at least one        second processing-supervising reflex upper-layer; said processor        comprises a user driven behaviors-hierarchy optimizer        configuring for storing and processing parameters derived from        user's behavior, weighing and defining hierarchy of the same,        and either offline or online providing critical go/no-go values        and allowable measures' range for said parameters; said        processor is configured for operating as follows:        -   i. in said lower reflex layer, and for both at least one            first and at least one second behaviors, by means of at            least a portion of said sensors intercommunicated with said            wearable module, detecting said n and m events and defining            the same as n^(th) or m^(th) stimulus;        -   ii. by communicating with said behaviors-hierarchy            optimizer, correlating said stimulus with at least one            parameter derived from user's at least one first behavior,            weighting said parameter, and subsequently defining a            response for said at least one first behavioral stimulus;        -   iii. in said upper reflex-like layer, and for both at least            one first and at least one second behaviors, weighting said            n and m events; detecting prevalence and magnitude of said            events, processing the same, and supervising said lower            reflex-like layer such that one of the following is being            held true:            -   (1) decreasing response for stimuli of said first                behavior if both hierarchy of second behavior is higher                than hierarchy of first behavior prevalence and                magnitude of said first behavior is lower than                prevalence and magnitude of said second behavior;            -   (2) decreasing response for stimuli of said first                behavior if both hierarchy of second behavior is higher                than hierarchy of first behavior prevalence, magnitude                of said first behavior is higher than prevalence and                magnitude of said second behavior; and at least one                parameter derived from user's first behavior is lower                than critical go/no-go, and values of said at least one                said pre-determined parameter are within allowable                measures' range;            -   (3) allowing response for both stimuli of said of said                first behavior and stimuli of said second behavior, if                both hierarchy of second behavior is higher than                hierarchy of first behavior, prevalence and magnitude of                said first behavior is lower than prevalence and                magnitude of said second behavior, and at least one                parameter derived from user's first behavior is higher                than critical go/no-go, and values of said at least one                said pre-determined parameter are not within allowable                measures' range;            -   (4) allowing response for both stimuli of said of said                first behavior and stimuli of said second behavior, if                both hierarchy of second behavior is higher than                hierarchy of first behavior, prevalence and magnitude of                said first behavior is higher than prevalence and                magnitude of said second behavior, and at least one                parameter derived from user's first behavior is higher                than critical go/no-go, and values of said at least one                said pre-determined parameter are not within allowable                measures' range;

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the multilayeredbio-feedbacking system of any of the above claims, wherein saidparameters derived from user's behavior comprise data driven from user'sbehavior; user's location at time, user's adjacent mapping and user'sclose and remote environment and coordinates thereof, user's scheduledactivity, user's physical, physiological, biological, chemical andemotional quantifiably parameters, and hierarchy thereof; distancetravelled measured by an accelerometer, velocity, heart rate, bloodpressure, body temperature, sleeping time, duration of phone calls,numbers of outgoing and incoming calls and text messages, identificationof calls and callers, number of calls, length of calls, number of uniquecalls, number and duration of visits in restaurants, and fast foodsites, sport's sites including swimming pools, gym, camera photos,location, acquisitions, electrical activity of the brain, moodparameters, including variability and frequency of mood change,increased blood pressure, prolonged skin problems, extreme change inappetite, excess gas, frequent dizziness, gastric ulcer, myocardialinfarction, inability to work, nightmares, feeling incompetent in allareas, desire to escape everything, apathy, depression or prolongedanger, excessive tiredness, thinking/talking over and over about thesame topic, irritability for no apparent reason, daily distress/anxiety,emotional hypersensitivity, loss of sense of humor, cold hands and/orfeet, dry mouth, stomach pain, increased sweating, muscle tension,tightening of the jaw/teeth grinding, transient diarrhea, insomnia,tachycardia (increased heart rate) hyperventilation (increasedrespiratory rate), sudden or transient increased blood pressure, changein appetite, surge of motivation, sudden enthusiasm, sudden urge tostart new projects, memory problems, general malaise without specificcause, tingling of the extremities, feeling of constant physical strain,change in appetite, skin problems, increased blood pressure, constanttiredness, gastritis/gastric ulcer, dizziness/feeling as if floating,excessive emotional sensitivity, self-doubt, constant thought about thesame topic, constant irritability, decreased libido, frequent diarrhea,sexual difficulties, insomnia, nausea, tics and any combination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said captive portal is configured tocollect and store said subject's data input.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said system is either stationary ormobile.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said CP comprises an algorithmconfigured to weigh the results of said data input, with said data ofsaid database.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said instructions forelectrostimulation comprises at least one of the group consisting of awearable neurofeedback (NF) system and a wearable neurofeedback systemusing virtual reality (VR)

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose theneurofeedback of any of the above claims, wherein said system comprisesat least one EEG electrode configured to stimulate at least one brainarea.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said system mammalian subject is ahuman patient.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said system is useful for treatingeating disorders.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said system is useful for increasing atleast one selected from the group consisting of ability to organize,persistence, temptation resistance, devoting, awareness of the need tochange, abilities to persist, planning, optimism, being essential, beingorganized, being aware of quality, being attentive to hunger, managingto be particular, motivating to be particular, readiness for treatment,sleeping quality, faith in own ability, and any combination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said system is useful for treating atleast one condition selected from emotional eating, anxiety,impulsiveness, frustration of food, urge to eat, physical problems, andany combination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said system is useful for treating atleast one of a group consisting of eating disorders, unbalanced eating,uncontrolled eating or obesity, ADHD, addictions, ADD, eating behaviors,depression, anxiety, autism, as well as eating accompanying diseasesanxiety addictions, pain, sexuality and fertility, fibromyalgiaperformance, sleep disorders and any combination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, said eating disorders are selected from a groupconsisting non-diagnosed eating disorders, unbalanced eating,uncontrolled eating, industrial eating, obesity, anorexia nervosa,bulimia nervosa, muscle dysmorphia, Binge Eating Disorder, OtherSpecified Feeding or Eating Disorder, atypical anorexia nervosa,atypical bulimia nervosa, Eating Disorders, disorders with symptomssimilar to anorexia or bulimia that do not meet all diagnostic criteriafor DSM disorders and any combination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said human patient is selected from agroup of patients not diagnosed with obesity, patient diagnosed withobesity, patient diagnosed with AD(H)D, patient not diagnosed withAD(H)D, patient diagnosed with eating disorders, and patient notdiagnosed with eating disorders.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the CPM of anyof the above claims, wherein said CPM further provides instructions forcannabinoid-based therapy adjunct to said cranial electrode mediatedelectro stimulation.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein eating disorders are selected from agroup consisting of: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge EatingDisorder (BED), Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID),obesity, unbalanced eating, selective eating, western industrial eating,orthorexia, excessive exercise and any combination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein Passive Continuous Input Data comprisesat least one of said subject's parameters selected from EEG, HEG, QEEGdistance travelled, velocity, heart rate, blood pressure, bodytemperature, sleeping time, duration of phone calls, number of outgoingand incoming calls and text messages, identification of phone calls andcallers, length of calls, WhatsApp messages, Social networks' usage,visits in restaurants, visits in in fast food sites, visits in swimmingpools, visits in gym, camera photos, location, acquisitions and anycombination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein Passive Continuous Input Data isassembled by a device is selected from a group of an EEG, a camera, amobile phone, a smartphone, a watch, a smart watch, a bracelet, a smartbracelet, a wristband, a smart wristband, a smart band and anycombination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein Basic Input Data comprises personaldetails, said personal details are weight, body fat, height, age, BMI,body fat, muscle mass and gender.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein Active Input Data comprises at leastone of a personal characterization questionnaire, an eating and dietpreferences questionnaire, a “Health promoting questionnaire” and anycombination thereof.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, configured to repeat to collect said datafollowing said treatment of said eating disorders at plurality of timepoints, to determine whether the subject is responsive; and to recommendthe stimulation to be continued if the subject is responsive or to bediscontinued is the subject is non responsive.

It is hence another object of the invention to disclose the system ofany of the above claims, wherein said CP further configured to collectsaid data following said treatment of said eating disorders, at n timepoints, wherein n is an integer equal of higher than 2, comprising offirst time point before start of said treatment of said eating disordersand a second time point at a later time over life of said mammaliansubject; further wherein said CMP configured to provide instructions forcranial electrode mediated electro stimulation to said areas in thebrain according to a predetermined patient data dependent protocol, andsaid database provides data related to eating disorders, and saidstimulation be continued, if values of said mammalian subject's weightin said input data at second time point are lower than value at saidfirst time point i.e. subject.

It is one object of the invention to disclose a method ofbio-feedbacking, the method characterized by

-   -   a. providing a user-derived, internal-data source, captive        portal data input (CP); said data is selected from a group        consisting of data comprising basic input data, passive        continuous input data and active input data;    -   b. providing a external-data source database;    -   c. providing a graphical user interface (GUI);    -   d. providing an EEG wearable device configured for both sensing        and for stimulating defined area of patient's brain; and    -   e. providing computer processing manager (CPM) for processing        both said internal data and external data, interconnected with        said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to        instruct cranial electrode mediated electro-stimulation to        stimulate said area of patient's brain according to said        patient-data driven stimulating-protocol.

It is one object of the invention to disclose a method of treating atleast one of eating disorders, obesity, uncontrolled or unbalancedeating, diabetes, sleep disorders, sleep apnea and uncontrolledbehaviors. The method characterized by:

-   -   a. providing a user-derived, internal-data source, captive        portal data input (CP); said data is selected from a group        consisting of data comprising basic input data, passive        continuous input data and active input data;    -   b. providing a external-data source database;    -   c. providing a graphical user interface (GUI);    -   d. providing an EEG wearable device configured for both sensing        and for stimulating defined area of patient's brain; and    -   e. providing a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing        both said internal data and external data, interconnected with        said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured to        instruct cranial electrode mediated electro-stimulation to        stimulate said area of patient's brain according to said        patient-data driven stimulating-protocol.

It is one object of the invention to disclose a method ofbio-feedbacking by means of a multilayered system, said methodcomprising:

-   -   a. providing a user derived module, comprising an internal-data        source captive portal data input (CP); said data is selected        from a group consisting of input data, passive continuous input        data and active input data;    -   b. providing an external module comprising database derived from        user's logged behavior;    -   c. providing a wearable module, intercommunicable with said user        derived module, this family of steps comprising steps of        -   i. providing at least one first sensor and at least one            second sensor;            -   said at least one first sensor is configured to log at                least one first user's behavior, said at least one first                behavior is characterized by a series of n events, n is                an integer number being greater than or equals 1; and,            -   said at least one second sensor is configured to log at                least one second user's behavior, said at least one                second behavior is characterized by a series of m                events, m is an integer number being greater than or                equals 1; and,        -   ii. providing at least one first and at least one second            stimulation modules for stimulating a response for said at            least one first and second user's behaviors, respectively,            said response is stimulated in connection with said n′ and            m′ events; n′ and m′, respectively, are an integer numbers,            each of which is being greater than or equals 1; each of            which of said at least one first and second stimulation            modules are in connection with either or both            -   (1) one or more signal inducers configured for a                conscious alert; and            -   (2) one or more signal inducers configured for either a                conscious or a subconscious stimulation at one or more                locations of user's brain;    -   d. providing a multilayered supervising processor structured        with at least one first stimulus-respond reflex lower-layer and        at least one second processing-supervising reflex upper-layer;        said processor comprises a user driven behaviors-hierarchy        optimizer configuring for storing and processing parameters        derived from user's behavior, weighing and defining hierarchy of        the same, and either offline or online providing critical        go/no-go values and allowable measures' range for said        parameters;    -   e. configuring said processor for operating as follows: in said        lower reflex layer, and for both at least one first and at least        one second behaviors, by means of at least a portion of said        sensors intercommunicated with said wearable module, detecting        said n and m events and defining the same as n^(th) or m^(th)        stimulus; by communicating with said behaviors-hierarchy        optimizer, correlating said stimulus with at least one parameter        derived from user's at least one first behavior, weighting said        parameter, and subsequently defining a response for said at        least one first behavioral stimulus; in said upper reflex-like        layer, and for both at least one first and at least one second        behaviors, weighting said n and m events; detecting prevalence        and magnitude of said events, processing the same, and    -   f. supervising said lower reflex-like layer such that one of the        following is being held true:        -   (1) decreasing response for stimuli of said first behavior            if both hierarchy of second behavior is higher than            hierarchy of first behavior prevalence and magnitude of said            first behavior is lower than prevalence and magnitude of            said second behavior;        -   (2) decreasing response for stimuli of said first behavior            if both hierarchy of second behavior is higher than            hierarchy of first behavior prevalence, magnitude of said            first behavior is higher than prevalence and magnitude of            said second behavior; and at least one parameter derived            from user's first behavior is lower than critical go/no-go,            and values of said at least one said pre-determined            parameter are within allowable measures' range;        -   (3) allowing response for both stimuli of said of said first            behavior and stimuli of said second behavior, if both            hierarchy of second behavior is higher than hierarchy of            first behavior, prevalence and magnitude of said first            behavior is lower than prevalence and magnitude of said            second behavior, and at least one parameter derived from            user's first behavior is higher than critical go/no-go, and            values of said at least one said pre-determined parameter            are not within allowable measures' range;        -   (4) allowing response for both stimuli of said of said first            behavior and stimuli of said second behavior, if both            hierarchy of second behavior is higher than hierarchy of            first behavior, prevalence and magnitude of said first            behavior is higher than prevalence and magnitude of said            second behavior, and at least one parameter derived from            user's first behavior is higher than critical go/no-go, and            values of said at least one said pre-determined parameter            are not within allowable measures' range.    -   2. It is one object of the invention to disclose a method of        bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims, wherein        said parameters derived from user's behavior comprise data        driven from user's behavior; user's location at time, user's        adjacent mapping and user's close and remote environment and        coordinates thereof, user's scheduled activity, user's physical,        physiological, biological, chemical and emotional quantifiably        parameters, and hierarchy thereof; distance travelled measured        by an accelerometer, velocity, heart rate, blood pressure, body        temperature, sleeping time, duration of phone calls, numbers of        outgoing and incoming calls and text messages, identification of        calls and callers, number of calls, length of calls, number of        unique calls, number and duration of visits in restaurants, and        fast food sites, sport's sites including swimming pools, gym,        camera photos, location, acquisitions, electrical activity of        the brain, mood parameters, including variability and frequency        of mood change, increased blood pressure, prolonged skin        problems, extreme change in appetite, excess gas, frequent        dizziness, gastric ulcer, myocardial infarction, inability to        work, nightmares, feeling incompetent in all areas, desire to        escape everything, apathy, depression or prolonged anger,        excessive tiredness, thinking/talking over and over about the        same topic, irritability for no apparent reason, daily        distress/anxiety, emotional hypersensitivity, loss of sense of        humor, cold hands and/or feet, dry mouth, stomach pain,        increased sweating, muscle tension, tightening of the jaw/teeth        grinding, transient diarrhea, insomnia, tachycardia (increased        heart rate) hyperventilation (increased respiratory rate),        sudden or transient increased blood pressure, change in        appetite, surge of motivation, sudden enthusiasm, sudden urge to        start new projects, memory problems, general malaise without        specific cause, tingling of the extremities, feeling of constant        physical strain, change in appetite, skin problems, increased        blood pressure, constant tiredness, gastritis/gastric ulcer,        dizziness/feeling as if floating, excessive emotional        sensitivity, self-doubt, constant thought about the same topic,        constant irritability, decreased libido, frequent diarrhea,        sexual difficulties, insomnia, nausea, tics and any combination        thereof.        -   It is one object of the invention to disclose a method of            bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said wherein said captive portal is configured to            collect and store said subject's data input.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said wherein said system is either stationary or            mobile.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said wherein said CP comprises an algorithm            configured to weigh the results of said data input, with            said data of said database.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said wherein said instructions for            electrostimulation comprises at least one of the group            consisting of a wearable neurofeedback (NF) system and a            wearable neurofeedback system using virtual reality (VR)        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said system comprises at least one EEG electrode            configured to stimulate at least one brain area.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said system mammalian subject is a human patient.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said system is useful for treating eating disorders.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said eating disorders are selected from a group            consisting non-diagnosed eating disorders, unbalanced            eating, uncontrolled eating, industrial eating, obesity,            anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, muscle dysmorphia, Binge            Eating Disorder, Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder,            atypical anorexia nervosa, atypical bulimia nervosa, Eating            Disorders, disorders with symptoms similar to anorexia or            bulimia that do not meet all diagnostic criteria for DSM            disorders and any combination thereof.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said human patient is selected from a group of            patients not diagnosed with obesity, patient diagnosed with            obesity, patient diagnosed with AD(H)D, patient not            diagnosed with AD(H)D, patient diagnosed with eating            disorders, and patient not diagnosed with eating disorders.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said CPM further provides instructions for            cannabinoid-based therapy adjunct to said cranial electrode            mediated electro stimulation.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said eating disorders are selected from a group            consisting of: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge            Eating Disorder (BED), Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake            Disorder (ARFID), obesity, unbalanced eating, selective            eating, western industrial eating, orthorexia, excessive            exercise and any combination thereof. It is another object            of the invention to disclose a method of bio-feedbacking as            defined in any of the above claims, wherein said Passive            Continuous Input Data comprises at least one of said            subject's parameters selected from distance travelled,            velocity, heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature,            sleeping time, duration of phone calls, number of outgoing            and incoming calls and text messages, identification of            phone calls and callers, length of calls, WhatsApp messages,            Social networks' usage, visits in restaurants, visits in in            fast food sites, visits in swimming pools, visits in gym,            camera photos, location, acquisitions and any combination            thereof.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said Passive Continuous Input Data is assembled by a            device is selected from a group of a mobile phone, a            smartphone, a watch, a smart watch, a bracelet, a smart            bracelet, a wristband, a smart wristband, a smart band and            any combination thereof.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said Basic Input Data comprises personal details,            said personal details are weight, BMI, body fat, muscle            mass, height, age and gender.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said Active Input Data comprises at least one of a            personal characterization questionnaire, an eating and diet            preferences questionnaire, a “Health promoting            questionnaire” and any combination thereof.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said CP is configured to repeat to collect said data            following said treatment of said eating disorders at            plurality of time points, to determine whether the subject            is responsive; and to recommend the stimulation to be            continued if the subject is responsive or to be discontinued            is the subject is non responsive.        -   It is another object of the invention to disclose a method            of bio-feedbacking as defined in any of the above claims,            wherein said CP further configured to collect said data            following said treatment of said eating disorders, at n time            points, wherein n is an integer equal of higher than 2,            comprising of first time point before start of said            treatment of said eating disorders and a second time point            at a later time over life of said mammalian subject; further            wherein said CMP configured to provide instructions for            cranial electrode mediated electro stimulation to said areas            in the brain according to a predetermined patient data            dependent protocol, and said database provides data related            to eating disorders, and said stimulation be continued, if            values of said mammalian subject's weight in said input data            at second time point are lower than value at said first time            point i.e. subject.        -   It is one object of the invention to disclose a personalized            portable system configured for a rapid diagnosis of a            mammalian subject, said system characterized by:        -   a. an EEG wearable device configured for both sensing and            for stimulating defined area of patient's brain;        -   b. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data            input (CP); said data comprises basic input data,            algorithm-based questionnaires; and measurements of said            EEG;        -   c. a graphical user interface (GUI); and        -   d. a computer processing manager (CPM) for processing both            said internal data and external data, interconnected with            said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured            to instruct cranial electrode mediated electro-stimulation            to stimulate said area of patient's brain according to said            patient-data driven stimulating-protocol.        -   It is one object of the invention to disclose a method for            rapid diagnoses of a mammalian subject, said method            comprising:        -   a. providing a user derived module, comprising an            internal-data source captive portal data input (CP); said            data comprises basic input data, algorithm-based            questionnaires; and measurements of said EEG;        -   b. providing an EEG wearable device configured for both            sensing and for stimulating defined area of patient's brain;        -   c. providing a external-data source database;        -   d. providing a graphical user interface (GUI); and        -   e. providing a computer processing manager (CPM) for            processing both said internal data and external data,            interconnected with said CP, said database and said GUI;            said CPM is configured to instruct cranial electrode            mediated electro-stimulation to stimulate said area of            patient's brain according to said patient-data driven            stimulating-protocol.

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The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a furtherunderstanding of the invention and are incorporated in and constitute apart of this specification, illustrate embodiments of the invention andtogether with the description serve to explain the principles of theinvention.

FIG. 1 A system for diagnosing and determining a treatment protocol formammalian subject, according to an embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 2. A method for monitoring mammalian subject, by Passive ContinuousInput Data, and assessing the need to re-evaluate or continue thecurrent treatment protocol, according to the accumulated ContinuousInput Data once every 3 treatments, according to another embodiment ofthe invention;

FIG. 3 A method for monitoring mammalian subject, by passive ContinuousInput Data combined with Active Input Data, and assessing the need tore-evaluate or continue the current treatment protocol, according to theaccumulated Continuous Input Data once every 15 treatments, according toyet another embodiment of the invention;

FIG. 4 A system for diagnosing and determining a treatment protocol formammalian subject, according to the best mode embodiment of theinvention;

FIG. 5 A block chain illustration according to yet another embodiment ofthe invention;

FIG. 6 A description of the biofeedback unit of the current invention.

FIG. 7 A description of the biofeedback method of the current invention;GM—gambling; SL—Sleeping-less; NR—Normal range CV—Critical value;St—stimulus; Rs—response, BP—blood pressure.

FIG. 8 A description of the biofeedback unit of the current invention;FF—fast food; SM—SL; CV—critical value; St—Stimulus; Rs—response;

FIG. 9 A stimulus-response biofeedback method for 1^(st) and 2^(nd)events of the lower reflex-like bio-feedback of current invention;

FIG. 10 A description of the function of the multilayeredbio-feedbacking module of the current invention;

FIG. 11 A description of the combined function of the multilayeredbio-feedbacking module and the behaviors-hierarchy optimizer of thecurrent invention;

FIG. 12 Holistic view for increased self-control in general and eatinghabits in particular;

FIG. 13 A statistical analysis of the model using AMOS program;

FIG. 14 Results of clinical study; perceptions and statements ofrelatives of the experimental group users, significant differencesbefore versus after a series of neurofeedback training (p<0.05);

FIG. 15 Results of clinical study; perceptions and statements ofrelatives of the experimental group users, non-significant differencesbefore versus after a series of neurofeedback training (p>0.05);

FIG. 16 Results of clinical study; perceptions and statements of theexperimental group users, significant differences before versus after aseries of neurofeedback training (p<0.05);

FIG. 17 Results of clinical study; perceptions and statements of theexperimental group users, non-significant differences before versusafter a series of neurofeedback training (p>0.05);

FIG. 18 Output report presented to subject user; and

FIG. 19 Representation of VR (virtual reality) photos.

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The following description is provided, alongside all chapters of thepresent invention, so as to enable any person skilled in the art to makeuse of the invention and sets forth the best modes contemplated by theinventor of carrying out this invention. Various modifications, however,are adapted to remain apparent to those skilled in the art, since thegeneric principles of the present invention have been definedspecifically to provide a portable personalized neurofeedbackcomputerized system for diagnosing and treating eating disorders,unbalanced eating, and uncontrolled behavior in mammalian subjects.

The principles the current invention are as follows:

-   -   a. The system is an End-to-End eHealth smart platform based on        AI & Big Data for analysis, diagnosis and therapy of types of        behavioral disorders, addictions.    -   b. The system is designed, inter alia, for users (subjects),        mammals, animals, children or adults, who are overweight, and        for users suffering inter alia of eating disorders, unbalanced        eating, uncontrolled eating or obesity, ADHD, addictions, ADD,        eating behaviors, depression, anxiety, autism, as well as eating        accompanying diseases anxiety addictions, pain, sexuality and        fertility, fibromyalgia performance, sleep disorders.    -   c. The system is designed to analyze and diagnose the disorder        or behavior, as well as to select an appropriate treatment        modality and offering a treatment protocol based on        bio-feedbacking of selected brain areas, by an EEG electrode        located in the brain area according to the results of the        diagnosis.    -   d. The analysis and diagnosis of the system is a rapid process,        performed by capturing patient data which includes mainly        several specifically designed questionnaires, which may be        combined with EEG measurement, to increase validity of        diagnosis.    -   e. The system comprises a unique algorithm that summarizes and        weighs each mammal's personal data, and the results of a        combination of unique specific questionnaires which were        validated in clinical setting.    -   f. According to the results of the algorithm, the system offers        personal treatment for each patient,    -   g. The treatment is based on biofeedback, either EEG-based        neurofeedback, HEG-based neurofeedback or QEEG neurofeedback.        Thus the QEEG is used as a diagnostic product and as a        treatment.    -   h. The results of the treatment are examined individually after        several neurofeedback treatments (usually after 15 treatments,        but not limited); and according to the individual examination,        it is recommended to continue with the original protocol or to        apply a new treatment protocol,    -   i. The system is designed for clinics or home care and offers an        enjoyable treatment that increases motivation, and adherence to        treatment    -   j. The system is designed as a single treatment or as a        supplement (or an adjunct treatment) to existing treatments such        as bariatric surgery, psychopharmacologic treatment, any diet        regimens, weight control, and treatments for obstructive sleep        apnea as a supplement or adjunct treatment to psychological,        personal training such as coaching, nutrition, CBT, guided        imagination, tranquilizers, and drugs.

Advantages of the current invention: To date, subjective questionnairesor sophisticated objective physiological scans have been used to assessemotional or behavioral cognitive disorders. The current invention is anaccessible solution for every clinic (and even home) of a disorderdiagnosis algorithm that combines a simple and inexpensive QEEG andquestionnaire. Its advantage lies in simplifying the process togetherwith uncompromising precision. The current invention have been testedmainly for obesity, one of the most disturbing disorders in the Westernworld today. The study included analyzing the knowledge about patternsof brain activity relevant to the area of the disorder, mapping norms inthe population in this area, constructing a specific algorithm forevaluating the subject with respect to the norms, and proving theeffectiveness of brain training based on the assessment process. Theefficacy of QEEG for diagnosis and treatment has so far been proven tobe most effective for ADHD, but this disorder has not yet developed analgorithm for diagnosing the disorder that incorporates a QEEGquestionnaire, and therapists offer only a partial solution fordiagnosis and treatment. Following the strong link between ADHD andobesity, the current patent study focused on obesity disorder anddemonstrated both the validity and cost-effectiveness of using thealgorithm and the effectiveness of QEEG-based therapies derived from thealgorithm-based assessment tool. As a result, the current inventionincludes a prepared algorithm for the diagnosis and treatment ofbrain-based training for obesity disorder, and a template forconstructing additional kits for other disorders. Its technologicalinnovation is expressed in the use of VR to increase the userexperience, the use of BIG DATA for the continuous collection of datafrom the population for the purpose of monitoring norms, the AI formonitoring and adapting the user care program, and the management of ahybrid file which synchronizes with clinic patients and all other users.

The current invention serves as a basis and platform for diagnosing andtreating the following symptoms: eating disorders, un-controlled eatingaccommodating diseases Anxiety Addictions pain Sexuality and fertilityproblems, fibromyalgia performance, sleep disorders, AD (H)D, ADD,O.C.D, addictions, and autism.

The main advantages of the current invention are:

-   -   a. The current invention is a simple (yet sophisticated in its        structure) and efficient computerized system for evaluating and        diagnosing mammalian subjects, based on a short and convenient        questionnaire, followed by an algorithm and backed by EEG; EEG        As needed    -   b. The current invention offers a rapid diagnosis with a rapid        recommendation for a treatment protocol, with less need for an        intensive and elaborating training period for the medical care        givers, as well as medical care analysts and evaluators. The        target care givers are, for example, physicians, psychologists,        who will use the system to receive algorithmic technological        support for the characterization and behavior characterization,        according to which a therapeutic and/or drug and/or nutritional        recommendation and/or cannabis and/or neurofeedback will be        recommended. Furthermore, it should be noted that drug        recommendations should be tailored to information about a        person's brain activity, such as simulators administration to a        subject with excess beta brain activity will cause serious side        effects.    -   a. Combining EEG (or QEEG or HEEG) with questionnaire-based        algorithm, the current invention uses the same EEG based system        as a rapid diagnosis tool, as well as a tool for biofeedback (or        neurofeedback).    -   b. The current invention can serve as platform for a variety of        behavioral-based disease or disorders, by designing and        validating a specific “package” system comprising a personal        questionnaire as well as the relevant algorithm; which will        provide a neurofeedback treatment protocol;    -   c. The current invention is less expensive supplement to the        insurance group, the health funds By reducing the patient's        intake time and by correcting the diagnosis in combination with        risk management for the patient and the therapist    -   d. An hybrid medical model: Tracking the rate of patient        recovery, and efficient remote communication with the patient in        order to respond to their questions. Possibility to integrate        patient personal medical file    -   e. The current invention is a portable invention that can be        used at the clinics and can be used at home, as the system is        connected to all kinds of digital devices, inter alia        smartphones, tablets, laptops, PCs, via a specific program or a        web application.    -   f. In summary, the current invention can identify an abnormal        behavior, a dominant region, and regional relations, and the        relevant measures are relevant to the therapist, and in each        field on which the questionnaire will be constructed and        statistics will be prepared on it, AI & Big Data for Analysis,        Diagnosis and Therapy of Types of Addiction.    -   g. Remote diagnosis of diseases allows you to perform a        diagnosis at home—without reaching the clinic, as well as the        treatment using neurofeedback by an EEG electrode located in the        brain area according to the results of the diagnosis.

The term eating disorder refers hereinafter to a mental disorder definedby abnormal eating habits that negatively affect a person's physical ormental health. Eating disorders is selected from a group selected fromdisorders such as, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eatingdisorder, and their variants or people suffering from abnormal eatingwhich disturbs their life quality.

The system is also suitable for subjects who suffer of unbalanced eatingand nutritionally-unsatisfied eating a variety of unspecified eatingdisorders, as described below, and uncontrolled behavior.

The term BMI refers herein after to Body mass index, which is a valuederived from the mass (weight) and height of a person. The BMI isdefined as the body mass divided by the square of the body height, andis universally expressed in units of kg/m2, resulting from mass inkilograms and height in meters. The BMI is a convenient general valueused to broadly categorize a person as underweight, normal weight,overweight, or obese based on tissue mass (muscle, fat, and bone) andheight. (see Table 1).

TABLE 1 BMI Categories BMI (kg/m²) BMI Prime Category from to from toSeverely underweight 15 16 0.60 0.64 Underweight 16 18.5 0.64 0.74Normal (healthy weight) 18.5 25 0.74 1.0 Overweight 25 30 1.0 1.2 ObeseClass I (Moderately obese) 30 35 1.2 1.4 Obese Class II (Severely obese)35 40 1.4 1.6 Obese Class III (Very severely obese) 40 45 1.6 1.8 ObeseClass IV (Morbidly Obese) 45 50 1.8 2 Obese Class V (Super Obese) 50 602 2.4 Obese Class VI (Hyper Obese) 60 2.4

The term obesity refers hereinafter to a chronic condition clinicallydefined in terms of body mass index (BMI), a person is considered obeseif their BMI is above 30 kg/m² Obesity is a major health problemworldwide and has reached epidemic proportions in both developed anddeveloping countries making it an extremely important public healthissue. Obesity is associated with risk factors for many medicalcomplications and comorbidities such as cardiovascular diseases,osteoarthritis, hypertension, dyslipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, type-2diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, diabetes mellitus,non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, reduced lung function and increasedrisk of cancers. The condition can also present negative psychologicalimpact resulting in social stigma, mental health and self-esteem issues,and poorer quality of life.

The term Basic Input Data is defined hereinafter as personal details,the personal details are weight, height, BMI, body fat, muscle mass, ageand gender,

The term Active Input Data is defined hereinafter as several types ofquestionnaires: a personal characterization questionnaire, AD(H)Dclassification questionnaire and a health promoting questionnaire

The term personal characterization questionnaire defined hereinafter asa questionnaire characterizing a type of subject.

The term AD(H)D classification questionnaire, defined hereinafter as aquestionnaire characterizing type of user, by the user' administrativefunctions including impulsivity, procrastination, ambition, eating andactivity and sleep habits questionnaire. Worries, Hypersensitivity PainAnxiety Emotional Addiction

And later on, the questions will be changed to other areas based on thesame method presented for the current invention, further diagnosingattention disorders, identifying problems with sexuality and fertility,etc. Eating disorders un-controlled eating accompaniment diseases,anxiety addictions, pain, sexuality and fertility problems, fibromyalgiaperformance, sleep Disorders AD (H)D, ADD, OCD Addictions autism

The term health promoting questionnaire defined hereinafter as aquestionnaire designed to diagnose health habits; or eating and dietpreferences, nutrition habits, eating habits and eating patterns of thesubject user; as well as information regarding the nutritionaldeficiencies and sensitivity to food products or food elements. Thehealth promoting questionnaire provides the statements which includeresults of AD(H)D classification questionnaire of the same user.

The term Passive Continuous Input Data, defined hereinafter as least oneof the subject's parameters selected from distance travelled, velocity,heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, sleeping time, duration ofphone calls, number of outgoing and incoming calls and text messages,identification of phone calls and callers, length of calls, WhatsAppmessages, Social networks' usage, visits in restaurants, visits in infast food sites, visits in swimming pools, visits in gym, capturedphotos, locations, an eating log behavior, acquisitions, and anycombination thereof

The term uncontrolled behavior is defined hereinafter as behavior whichcannot be stopped or made it less extreme, mainly by the behaviorhim/herself. Uncontrolled behaviors comprise, inter alia, addictions toeating, smoking, shopping, work, etc.

The term ADHD refers hereinafter to Attention deficit hyperactivitydisorder, a mental disorder of the neurodevelopmental type.

The term Behavioral Scoring Scale (BSS) refers hereinafter as the scoredbehavior and daily living actions of the user.

The Health promoting questionnaire refers hereinafter to a questionnairethat measures the level of health of the subject According to the WorldHealth Organization, health is a holistic view of a variety ofbehaviors, all of which are expressed in the questionnaire.

The health promoting questionnaire is based on a lifestyle questionnaireand symptoms from which the client suffers, including inter alia qualityof sleep, pain, or obesity.

The term biofeedback refers hereinafter to the process of gaininggreater awareness of many physiological functions primarily usinginstruments that provide information on the activity of those samesystems, with a goal of being able to manipulate them at will. Some ofthe processes that can be controlled include brainwaves, muscle tone,skin conductance, heart rate and pain perception. In biofeedback, thesubject is connected to electrical sensors that assist the subject toreceive information (feedback) about the subject's body (bio).

The terms electroencephalograph or EEG refer hereinafter to a devicewhich measures the electrical activation of the brain from scalp siteslocated over the human cortex. The EEG shows the amplitude of electricalactivity at each cortical site, the amplitude and relative power ofvarious wave forms at each site, and the degree to which each corticalsite fires in conjunction with other cortical sites.

The terms QEEG or Q-EEG refer hereinafter to Quantitative EEG. Q-EEG isan extension of classical EEG analysis. In a Q-EEG, the data from theraw EEG are summarized, evaluated and displayed as a graphic.

The terms hemoencephalography or HEG biofeedback refer hereinafter to afunctional infrared imaging technique. As its name describes, itmeasures the differences in the color of light reflected back throughthe scalp based on the relative amount of oxygenated and unoxygenatedblood in the brain. Research continues to determine its reliability,validity, and clinical applicability. HEG is used to treat ADHD andmigraine, and for research

The terms neurofeedback or NF refer hereinafter to a type of biofeedbackthat measures brain activity in real time usingelectro-electrophysiology (EEG) or hemoencephalography (HEG) or QEEG toteach and train a patient to control his brain waves by providingfeedback (Positive “feedback”) for a desired type of brain activity andnegative feedback on an undesirable activity type.

According to the above, the term neurofeedback refers hereinafter eitherto EEG-based neurofeedback, HEG-based neurofeedback, or QEEG-basedneurofeedback.

The term “ADHD” refers hereinafter to Attention deficit hyperactivitydisorder, a mental disorder of the neurodevelopmental type.Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a commonneurodevelopmental disorder. The main symptoms are inattention,hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

ADHD is also characterized by problems paying attention, excessiveactivity, or difficulty controlling behavior which is not appropriatefor a person's age. The symptoms appear before a person is 12 years old,are present for more than six months, and cause problems in at least twosettings (such as school, home, or recreational activities). [Inchildren, problems paying attention may result in poor schoolperformance. The behavioral and cognitive symptoms of ADHD can have anegative and significant effect in regulating food. Maintaining a highlevel of awareness of inner states, especially when distracted by otheractivities, can be a particularly difficult challenge for a person withADHD. Many people with ADHD and eating disorders report that they oftenskip meals because they have not noticed hunger, or know how to stopeating only when they feel “too full.” Dietary regulation also requiresa high level of organization and planning, another area of difficultyfor people with ADHD. Proper nutrition at appropriate times requires aseries of activities, including preparing a shopping list, buying food,and preparing it. It is also necessary to be sensitive to the passage oftime, to know that it is time to refuel

Clinical experience shows that as the rules are ambiguous or ambiguous,it is difficult for people with ADHD to make good decisions. On a dailybasis, people are bombarded with a wide range of contradictory andconfusing suggestions of how to eat right. Furthermore, food providesimmediate reward when the results of diet are both delayed and abstract.People with ADHD tend to be dominated by the moment, acting, and onlyafterwards are filled with remorse for their inability to foresee.People with ADHD generally consume high levels of stimulation to feelfocused and emotionally balanced. For many, being without irritationcreates an uncomfortable feeling of irritability, boredom or fatiguethat temporarily relaxes by eating. Because food is so available, it isdifficult for many people to resist the need to eat if they findthemselves without stimulated.

Eating disorders related to ADHD patients Dysfunction in ADHD managementand the relation to overweight: The basic characteristics of ADHD, whichinclude inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, are associated withdysfunction. High levels of obesity were observed in children,adolescents and adults with ADHD. People with ADHD tend to interprettheir restlessness, boredom, or fatigue as a state of hunger, andtherefore eat more than they need. The result is uncontrolled obesity.In addition, the main characteristic of ADHD is the inability to stopand stop thoughts, to stop even destructive behaviors. The internalcontrol system that stops harmful behaviors in every person does notwork in people with ADHD, and in the case of eating, the result isovereating.

Lack of sleep Patients with ADHD also have many other symptoms,including sleep problems, which are reported to occur in 25-55% ofpatients with ADHD). In a recent systematic literature review, sleepproblems were reported to be among the most common co-morbiditiesassociated with ADHD, see Instanes et al. (2016). Adult ADHD andcomorbid somatic disease: a systematic literature review. J. Atten.Disord. [Epub ahead of print]. 10.1177/1087054716669589, incorporatedherein as a reference. Poor sleep often leads to inattention/lack ofconcentration and mood swings, symptoms also typically seen in ADHD.Thus, it has been suggested that some patients may have beenmisdiagnosed with ADHD instead of a primary sleep disorder.Alternatively, sleep problems may be considered an intrinsic feature ofADHD. Moreover, some patients may have co-morbid ADHD and sleepdisorder. Overall, the distinction between having ADHD with sleepproblems, having a sleep disorder with ADHD-like symptoms, or havingco-morbid ADHD and sleep disorder is blurred and needs more systematicexploration, see Bjorvatn, B., et al (2017). Adults with AttentionDeficit Hyperactivity Disorder Report High Symptom Levels of TroubledSleep, Restless Legs, and Cataplexy. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 1621,incorporated herein as a reference.

Most studies investigating sleep problems among ADHD patients have beenperformed in children/adolescents (Philipsen et al., 2006; Yoon et al.,2012; Bioulac et al., 2015; Hvolby, 2015). However, it has been proposedthat sleep-related problems are even more common in adults than inchildren with ADHD, and that the type of sleep problems may depend onage (Surman et al., 2009; Yoon et al., 2012; Hvolby, 2015).

Emotional Eating: Eating is comforted Eating serves as a “flight” and asa refuge from daily difficulties. Attention deficit disorder creates areality of coping with many difficulties during the day. Difficultiesare evident in all areas of life: study, work, interpersonal, social,marital, etc. To cope with the experience of failure that accompaniesthem, ADHD may find comfort in food, thus being exposed to “emotionaleating,” which increases the risk of obesity. “Emotional eating” is alsocharacteristic of people with low self-esteem, which is also associatedwith attention deficit disorders. Among people with ADHD who are nottreated with drugs such as Ritalin, the level of dopamine is notbalanced, and they are at greater risk of obesity than those treatedwith Ritalin. However, among those treated with medication, obesity maydevelop as a result of an eating disorder.

Impulsivity: Hurry to eat and forget to plan Impulsive behavior anddifficulty in self-restraint are risk factors for uncontrolled eating,leading to obesity. Impulsivity is also joined by procrastination, whichcauses people with attention deficit disorder to prepare a nutritiousand planned meal. For example, when they want to make a salad, the braincreates stagnation because of the tasks involved in preparing it, andinstead they eat ready and available food which might not be as healthy.

Emotional dysfunction in children and overweight A study of 57 childrenbetween the ages of 2 and 5.5 years of age found that those with a lowemotional regulation and less inhibitory control, and more sensitive toreward, were more likely to become obese at the age of 5.5. In otherwords, difficulties in self-regulation at a young age are a risk factorfor obesity in childhood.

The current invention proposes a sensible and appropriate eating planthat replaces bad eating habits that raise symptoms of ADHD as disorder,impulsivity, and disorder of self-awareness ADHD and Eating DisordersAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the mostcommon neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood and has a worldwideprevalence of 5% in school-age children. The symptoms of ADHD persist inadults in up to 65% of cases and the prevalence of ADHD in adults isestimated at 2.5%. Despite the high prevalence of the disorder, fewerthan 20% of adults with ADHD are diagnosed or treated. Moreover, up to90% of adults with ADHD have comorbid psychiatric disorders, which mayobscure the symptoms of ADHD. Depression and other mood disorders,anxiety, personality disorders and substance use disorders (SUDs), inaddition to oppositional defiant disorder, sleep problems and learningdisabilities are often comorbid with ADHD. It has also been reportedthat there is an association between ADHD and eating disorders (EDs).There is a consistent moderate strength of evidence that ADHD ispositively associated with disordered eating and with specific types ofdisordered-eating behaviour, in particular, overeating behaviour. Inaddition, there is evidence that impulsivity is positively associatedwith BN symptoms. see Kaisari, P., Dourish, C. T, & Higgs, S. (2017).Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and disordered eatingbehavior: A systematic review and a framework for future research.Clinical psychology review, 53, 109-121.

There is a partial overlap between ADHD and significant overweight.According to various studies, the proportion of significantly overweightadults in ADHD is estimated at 29.4% (33% of adults in the general USpopulation). The proportion of adults with ADHD among those withsignificant overweight is estimated to be between 26% and 61% (4% ofadults in the general US population).

A number of explanations point to a link between the aspects ofinattention and impulsivity (and less hyperactivity) and significantoverweight:

-   -   a. It may be a similar biological mechanism of low dopamine,        which causes overeating;    -   b. Impulsivity and the inability to delay the urge to eat cause        overeating;    -   c. The lack of inhibitions reinforces the tendency to        overeating; and    -   d. Deficiency in managerial functions prevents the planning        ability of eating and behavioral patterns of health and makes it        difficult to adhere to regular eating patterns

Neurofeedback is one of the suggested means for treating variousneurological syndromes, including ADHD.

The effectiveness of QEEG for diagnosis and treatment has so far beenproven to be the best for ADHD, but an algorithm has not yet beendeveloped to diagnose this disorder, which incorporates a QEEGquestionnaire, and therapists offer only a partial solution to diagnosisand treatment. Following the strong link between ADHD and obesity, thecurrent patent study focused on obesity disorder and demonstrated boththe validity and cost-effectiveness of using the algorithm and theeffectiveness of QEEG-based therapies derived from the algorithm-basedassessment tool. As a result, the patent includes a prepared algorithmfor the diagnosis and treatment of brain-based training for obesitydisorder, and a template for constructing additional kits for otherdisorders.

Furthermore, the system manages behavior as well as a disease state,through brain training for focusing and concentrating, as well asthrough load reduction technology and therapeutic focus

The system decreases cognitive load by creating habits and a dailyagenda for each of the users.

In cognitive psychology, cognitive load refers to the effort being usedin the working memory.

Heavy cognitive load can have negative effects on task completion; aheavy cognitive load typically creates error or some kind ofinterference in the task at hand. It is also important to note that theexperience of cognitive load is not the same in everyone. The elderly,students, and children experience different, and more often higher,amounts of cognitive load.

High cognitive load in the elderly has been shown to affect their centerof balance. With increased distractions and cell phone use students aremore prone to experiencing high cognitive load which can reduce academicsuccess. Children have less general knowledge than adults whichincreases their cognitive load. Recent theoretical advances include theincorporation of embodied cognition in order to predict the cognitiveload resulting from embodied interactions.

Prolonged cognitive load can cause also metal fatigue, see Mizuno, K, etal (2011). Mental fatigue caused by prolonged cognitive load associatedwith sympathetic hyperactivity. Behavioral and brain functions, 7(1),17, incorporated herein as a reference.

Cognitive load as well flood of stimuli affects the sense of stress.

Thus, routine and tasks clean-up noise, by focusing.

Additionally, the system improves recovery performance by prevention ofabandonment for optimal disease management, by handling user's control.Control is persistence and preventing abandonment. Thus, training in NFis expected to improve control over management functions which furtherprevents abandonment and inconsistency.

NF training is expected to improve perseverance in weight loss (such asprolonging the process of average weight loss in bariatric patients), aswell as to increase perseverance in drug users in general and in weightloss in particular (e.g. slimming drugs, diabetes, nutritionalsupplements etc.).

Furthermore, the system enables improving Emotional intelligence.Emotional intelligence (EI), also known as emotional quotient (EQ) andEmotional Intelligence Quotient (EIQ), is the capability of individualsto recognize their own emotions and those of others, discern betweendifferent feelings and label them appropriately, use emotionalinformation to guide thinking and behavior, and manage and/or adjustemotions to adapt to environments or achieve one's goal. Studies haveshown that people with high EI have greater mental health, jobperformance, and leadership skills although no causal relationships havebeen shown and such findings are likely to be attributable to generalintelligence and specific personality traits rather than emotionalintelligence as a construct.

When a person is in a cognitive load state, his emotional intelligencefunction is low.

The importance of persistence in taking medications is also preventingthe aggravation of a chronic disease such as diabetes, blood pressure,and of course, improving the lifestyle.

Therefore, training by a prefrontal NF for the purpose of improvingcontrol is intended to increase the percentage of perseverance in theprescribed treatment and/or its results, i.e., the persistence of healthin accordance with the definition World Health Organization (WHO).

Nonadherence This is a common phenomenon. Therefore, it is ofteninvestigated and referred to as “non-adherence” or “non-compliance” tothe dosage and timing of the drug therapy given here.

Behaviors such as forgetfulness, procrastination, and persistencedifficulties sometimes look like attention disorders and lead toabandonment from therapy. In this situation we must identify thedominant factor that creates “psychological forgetting” and/or states ofprocrastination and abandonment due to the difficulty in coping with theoverflow of stimuli from other areas of the brain, not necessarilybecause of attention deficit disorder in its classical definition.

Managerial functions Managerial functions are a collection of highcognitive skills that enable control and control of behavior, thoughtand emotion and thus help achieve different goals. Management functionsare primarily required in unconventional functions, and in new andcomplex tasks. Management functions include a broad umbrella ofcognitive skills, including: delayed response, working memory, emotionalcontrol, initiative, flexibility of thought, transitions, persistence,organization, planning, problem solving and control.

Main managerial functions are:

-   -   a. Inhibition—The ability to stop behavior, action or thought in        a timely manner. Difficulty in this skill leads to impulsivity.        It is difficult to stop and think before action, difficulty        waiting in line, difficulty in voting, etc.    -   b. Transitions—the ability to switch modes freely and respond in        a compatible and flexible manner. Difficulty in this skill may        be expressed in difficulties in new situations such as changes        in the daily routine, difficulties in transition to a new        educational framework, and response to unexpected events.    -   c. Emotional control—the ability to regulate emotions.        Difficulty in this skill may be expressed in outbursts of anger,        unregulated emotional response (high or low intensity), etc.    -   d. Initiative—the ability to start a task or action. Difficulty        with this skill may be expressed in difficulty starting        homework, postponing tasks, etc.    -   e. Work Memory—The ability to hold information in memory for as        long as it takes to complete the task. Difficulty in this skill        may be expressed in the difficulty of performing all the        instructions given by the teacher, forgetting objects,        difficulty remembering complex rules of the game, etc.    -   f. Planning/organizing—The ability to perform complex task        requirements. Difficulty in this skill may make it difficult to        plan a party, difficulty in planning the afternoon routine,        difficulty in ordering a friend in advance, etc.    -   g. Organization—the ability to maintain an organized environment        and prearrange all the materials and tools required for carrying        out a task. Difficulty in this skill may be expressed in the        loss of parts of the game, difficulty in organizing the learning        environment/game when finished, the room is not organized and so        on.

Testing-Ability to check the quality of your workmanship and correct ifnecessary. Difficulty in this skill may be expressed in passing anexamination without checking the answers, difficulty in organizing aschool bag according to a given system, a sloppy performance, etc.

U.S. Pat. No. 9,867,546 to Facense Ltd discloses an expensive and notavailable wearable devices for taking symmetric thermal measurements.The device includes several thermal cameras coupled to a frame worn on auser's head. A first thermal camera takes thermal measurements of afirst region of interest that covers at least a portion of the rightside of the user's forehead. A second thermal camera takes thermalmeasurements of a second ROI that covers at least a portion of the leftside of the user's forehead. The first and second thermal cameras arenot in physical contact with their corresponding ROIs, and as a resultof being coupled to the frame, the thermal cameras remain pointed attheir corresponding ROIs when the user's head makes angular movements.Korean patent application No. 20080039805 to Hee discloses an apparatusand a method for neuro feedback are provided to maximize effect ofmedical treatment on psychogenic diseases such as melancholia or ADHD byoffering optimum neuro feedback training based on distribution of brainwaves. An apparatus for neuro feedback includes a first measuring unit,a map generating unit, a symptom detecting unit, and a contentdetermining unit. The first measuring unit obtains brain wave signalscorresponding to a plurality of parts of a subject brain. The mapgenerating unit generates a brain map indicating amplitude distributionof a brain wave component corresponding to a predetermined frequencydomain, on the basis of the brain wave signals. The symptom detectingunit detects symptoms of a subject based on the generated brain map. Thecontent determining unit determines neuro feedback training contentssuitable for the detected symptoms.

US patent application No. 9895077 and application No. US2011004412 toElminda ltd discloses a method of analyzing neurophysiological data isdisclosed. The method comprises: identifying activity-related featuresin the data, constructing a brain network activity (BNA) pattern havinga plurality of nodes, each representing a feature of theactivity-related features, and assigning a connectivity weight to eachpair of nodes in the BNA pattern; Similarly it discloses a method forfunctional analysis of neurophysiological data by decomposingneurophysiological data and EEG signal to form a plurality of signalfeatures. The signal features may then optionally be analyzed todetermined one or more patterns.

US patent application No. 20150157235 to Jelen et al. discloses systemsand methods are provided for performing neurometric evaluation ofQuantitative Electro Encephalogram (QEEG) data, derived from Dry Sensortechnology, as opposed to the use of any types of conventional paste/geland silver/silver chloride sensors. Their technology relates to a methodfor assessing brain functioning, to promote and advance earlyscreenings, the method comprising of (i) active electrode (also calleddry sensor) technology for performing the signal acquisition, (iii) atspecific placement or predetermined placement locations on the scalp,and (ii) incorporating Quantitative EEG statistical methods to deriveprognostic data that assists in planning treatments. WO2003075762 byADHD Solutions Ltd. discloses a method for diagnosis and for treatmentof ADHD and ADD, based on computer-generated visual stimuli. The methoddiscloses teaches diagnosis of ADHD by steps of (a) subjecting a patientto a plurality of computer generated visual stimuli; and the computergenerated visual stimuli are comprised of at least nine tasks selectedfrom the following types of task: a sustained attention test, a visualsearch, a flanker task, a cost-benefit paradigm with endogenous cues, acost-benefit paradigm with exogenous cues, a stroop task, a stroop-liketask, a global-local task or a switched global-local task; (b) measuringthe response time and accuracy of response of the patient for each ofthe tasks; (c) comparing the measurements for each task withmeasurements generated from healthy individuals; (d) generating anattentional profile for the patient based on the comparison; and (e)diagnosing the presence or absence of ADHD or ADD in the patient.

The main components of the system are a Captive Portal for the subject's(CP) data input, wherein the input comprises Basic Input Data, PassiveContinuous Input Data and Active Input data, a database comprising data,a Computer Processing Manager (CPM) for processing the patient data andthe database, a Graphical User Interface (GUI) for interfacing with auser, and an EEG cap for stimulating predetermined areas in the brain.The CPM is interconnected to the CPP, The database, the GUI and the CPMprovide instructions for cranial electrode mediated electro stimulationto areas in the brain according to a predetermined patient datadependent protocol, and the database provides data related to obesityand eating disorders.

Specifically, the home-based system of the present invention (100)comprises a Captive Portal (CP, 15) for the subject's data input,wherein the input comprises Basic Input Data (13), Passive ContinuousInput Data (12) and Active Input Data, while the CP (15) analyzes thesubject' inputs

The inputs are characterized by Basic Input Data (13), comprisespersonal details, the personal details are weight, height, BMI, bodyfat, muscle mass age and gender, Active Input Data (14), comprisesseveral types of questionnaires, e.g., a personal characterizationquestionnaire aimed to characterize a type of subject, the at least onepersonal questionnaires is selected form a group consisting AD(H)Dclassification questionnaire, ADHD with an emphasis on managerialfunctions including impulsivity, procrastination, ambitionquestionnaire, eating and activity and sleep habits questionnaire,health promoting questionnaire designed to diagnose health habits; oreating and diet preferences questionnaire, and any combination thereof;an eating and diet preferences questionnaire, in order to characterizethe nutrition habits, eating habits and eating patterns of the subject;as well as information regarding the nutritional deficiencies andsensitivity to food products or food elements; Passive Continuous InputData (12), collected and assembled by a device selected from a group ofEEG, QEEG, HEG, a camera, a body fat monitor a mobile phone, asmartphone, a watch, a smart watch, a bracelet, a smart bracelet, awristband, a smart wristband, or a smart band. Motion sensors availablein off-the-shelf smartphones can capture physiological parameters of aperson during stationary postures, even while being carried in a bag ora pocket.

A non-limiting example of the camera is an action camera, autofocuscamera, camcorder, camera phone, digital camera, disposable camera,folding camera, helmet camera, high-speed camera, infra-red camera,instant camera, keychain camera, live-preview digital camera, moviecamera, multiplane camera, pocket camera, pocket video camera,point-and-shoot camera, polaroid camera, pool safety camera,professional video camera, reflex camera, remote camera still camera,still video camera, subminiature camera, system camera, thermal imagingcamera, thermographic camera, toy camera, video camera, webcam and anycombination thereof.

A non-limiting example of the camera is a camera comprising voicesensors, which are activated on appearance of predetermined voicesrelated to addictive and uncontrolled situations as: cutlery, plates,jettons on gambling tables, drinking, chewing, smoke inhalations and anycombination thereof.

The Passive Continuous Input Data (12) is accumulated continuously fromthe subject and include subject' personal information regarding:distance travelled measured by an accelerometer, EEG, HEG, QEEG,velocity, heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, sleeping time,duration of phone calls, numbers of outgoing and incoming calls and textmessages, identification of calls and callers, number of calls, lengthof calls, number of unique calls, number and duration of visits inrestaurants, and fast food sites, sport's sites including swimmingpools, gym, electrical activity of the brain, mood parameters, includingvariability and frequency of mood change, camera photos, location,acquisitions, increased blood pressure, prolonged skin problems, extremechange in appetite, excess gas, frequent dizziness, gastric ulcer,myocardial infarction, inability to work, nightmares, feelingincompetent in all areas, desire to escape everything, apathy,depression or prolonged anger, excessive tiredness, thinking/talkingover and over about the same topic, irritability for no apparent reason,daily distress/anxiety, emotional hypersensitivity, loss of sense ofhumor, cold hands and/or feet, dry mouth, stomach pain, increasedsweating, muscle tension, tightening of the jaw/teeth grinding,transient diarrhea, insomnia, tachycardia (increased heart rate)hyperventilation (increased respiratory rate), sudden or transientincreased blood pressure, change in appetite, surge of motivation,sudden enthusiasm, sudden urge to start new projects, memory problems,general malaise without specific cause, tingling of the extremities,feeling of constant physical strain, change in appetite, skin problems,increased blood pressure, constant tiredness, gastritis/gastric ulcer,dizziness/feeling as if floating, excessive emotional sensitivity,self-doubt, constant thought about the same topic, constantirritability, decreased libido, frequent diarrhea, sexual difficulties,insomnia, nausea, tics and any combination thereof.

CPM is a computer processor, which includes an algorithm. The algorithmweighs the percentage of importance to each parameter for each answer.The system provides means for characterizing the type of personalityaccording to combined personal input data (Active Input Data 14, BasicInput Data 13, and Passive Input Data, 12); providing a treatmentprotocol (19) to the EEG cap (20) according to combined personal inputand according to data base (16); assessing the effect of the treatmentprotocol overtime once every 3 treatments (system 200 of FIG. 2), usingPassive Continuous Input Data (12). If (20) the patient is responsive(23), then the treatment protocol continues (24) and the subject iseligible for a reward (25). If (20) the patient is in non-responsive(21), then the treatment protocol is re-evaluated (22), the input dataassembled by the Captive Patient Portal (15) is processed again combinedwith the data base (16) by the Computer Processor (19) to provide a newtreatment protocol (19). This process continues until completion ofpre-determined set of trainings; assessing the effect of the treatmentprotocol overtime once every 15 treatments (system 300 of FIG. 3), usingPassive Continuous Input Data (12) combined with repeating Active InputData. If (20) the patient is responsive (23), then the treatmentprotocol continues (24) and the subject is eligible for a reward (25).If (20) the patient is non-responsive (21), then the treatment protocolis re-evaluated (22), the input data assembled by the Captive PatientPortal (15) is processed again combined with the data base (16) by theComputer Processor (19) to provide a new treatment protocol (19). Thisprocess continues until completion of pre-determined set of trainings.

The behavior and daily living actions of the user is scored byBehavioral Scoring Scale (BSS). The BSS is calculated by weighing thevalues obtained regarding the parameters which are collected by thepresent invention, mainly parameters collected as Passive ContinuousInput Data, over time. These parameters include for example biometricindices, location, sleep clock, heart rate blood pressure, pain, etc.The BSS scores serve as the criteria for determining treatment andduration of treatment and also for the success of the treatment, or theresponsiveness of the user/patient.

Treatment recommendations for neurofeedback are determined according tothe patient's BSS at

For example, it is found that the person is constantly betting, byreporting the location, thus the training protocol will be changedaccordingly, to NF of the frontal lobe, aimed at training anxiety.

The user is considered a responder, when the user reaches apre-determined level BSS.

Treatment protocol includes recommendations for the subject in additionto the protocol for neurofeedback (NF) by the EEG cap or a HEG-based NFof a QEEG-based NF. The recommendations include the following, as shownin FIG. 12, in Holistic view for increased self-control in general andeating habits in particular (1000):

1001—Personalized healthy nutrition, 1002—Personalized food supplements,1003—Personalized physical activity to body size, 1004—Quality sleep,1005—Joints & skeleton preventive medicine, 1006—Self-confidence &stability, 1007—Reduce pressure and build power, 1008—Body language,1009—Study & self-development, 1010—Healthy & adaptable sexuality andlove life, 1011—Body image & self-esteem, 1012—Order & organization,1013—Styling. Finding and size shopping, 1014—Economic strength andrights extraction, 1015—Content and personal materialization,1016—Constant medical monitoring, 1020—Living in better self-control,health and proper nutrition, 1030—Nutrition, medicine prevents illnessand pain, and 1040—Personal materialization, welfare, content.

Neurofeedback provides a means of assessing neural response as anindependent variable and evaluating its effect on behavior. As such, itcan be used as a means of bridging the gap between psychotherapeuticapproaches, which combine approaches focused on altering cognitions tofacilitate behavior change, and neuromodulation that modulates brainactivity by using external invasive or non-invasive procedures orequipment. It also provides an opportunity to improve the understandingand treatment of eating disorders. Neurofeedback is not an exclusivetreatment. It is part of a personalized set of recommendations andtreatment for eating disorders, uncontrolled and unbalanced eating.

Neurofeedback (NF) is a method that assists subjects to control theirbrain waves consciously. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive method ofdirect brain function training and is also a type of biofeedback.

The present invention includes at least three types of NF: EEG-based NF,HEG-based NF and QEEG based NF.

EEG-based NF Electroencephalography (EEG) is a medical imaging techniquethat reads scalp electrical activity generated by brain structures. TheEEG is defined as electrical activity of an alternating type recordedfrom the scalp surface after being picked up by metal electrodes andconductive media. Electroencephalographic reading is a completelynon-invasive procedure that can be applied repeatedly to patients,normal adults, and children with virtually no risk or limitation. Whenbrain cells (neurons) are activated, local current flows are produced.EEG measures mostly the currents that flow during synaptic excitationsof the dendrites of many pyramidal neurons in the cerebral cortex. Anelectroencephalogram (EEG) is a test used to evaluate the electricalactivity in the brain. An EEG tracks and records brain wave patterns.Electrodes are attached to the scalp with wires and analyze theelectrical impulses in the brain and send signals to a computer thatrecords the results. The electrical impulses in an EEG recording looklike wavy lines with peaks and valleys. Any abnormal patterns of theselines may be a sign of seizures or other brain disorders. An EEG is usedto detect problems in the electrical activity of the brain that may beassociated with certain brain disorders. The measurements given by anEEG are used to confirm or rule out various conditions, including:seizure disorders (such as epilepsy), head injury, encephalitis(inflammation of the brain), brain tumor, encephalopathy (disease thatcauses brain dysfunction), memory problems, sleep disorders, stroke anddementia. When a patient is in a coma, an EEG may be performed todetermine the level of brain activity. This test can also be used tomonitor activity during brain surgery. EEG results: Electrical activityin the brain appears in an EEG as a pattern of waves. Different levelsof consciousness, like sleeping and waking, have a specific range offrequencies of waves per second that are considered normal. The EEG willshow if the frequency of waves or patterns are normal. Abnormal EEGresults may be due to: epilepsy or another seizure disorder, abnormalbleeding or hemorrhage, sleep disorder, encephalitis (swelling of thebrain), tumor, dead tissue due to a blockage of blood flow, migraines,alcohol or drug abuse, or head injury.

The EEG is recorded during the neurofeedback treatment. Then, itsvarious components are extracted and fed to subjects using onlinefeedback loop in the form of audio, video or their combination.Accordingly, electrophysiological components are separatelydemonstrated. As an illustration, the power of a signal in a frequencyband can be shown by a varying bar graph. During this procedure, thesubject becomes aware of the changes occurring during training and willbe able to assess his/her progress in order to achieve optimumperformance. For instance, the subject tries to improve the brainpatterns based on the changes that occur in the sound or movie.

EEG-based NF uses the electrodes placed on the client's scalp of throughan EEG cap or an EEG helmet to record and amplify the EEG, or brainwavesand control auditory, visual, and/or tactile feedback which allowslearning to take place. This operant learning initiates self-regulationand enhances relaxation, both necessary components of good brainfunction.

The electrodes of the NF system, placed on the scalp can record thosecortical activities of the brain regions that are close to them. Themain brain regions are: frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital, andcentral areas. The neuro-feedback training is used in the treatment ofdiseases and disorders; for example ADHD. Evidence suggests that themalfunction of the right frontal lobe, is the cause of attentiondeficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The resulting symptoms areinattention, distractibility, hyperactivity, and extremedispassionateness. Neurofeedback therapy is a rehabilitation approachfor its treatment. Its goal is to normalize the behavior withoutdependence on medications or behavioral therapy.

In traditional neurofeedback, the electrical activity of the brain ismonitored using EEG equipment. A more recent development ofneurofeedback technology is the Hemoencephalography; HEG-based NF, whichis established on a different means of quantifying brain activity.HEM-based NF quantifies brain activity in terms of metabolic activity ormetabolic rate in the brain. This field has many implications for brainscans (brain imaging). Metabolism is a cellular process breaks-downglucose by the cells to release the energy that will be available foruse by the cell. The process requires oxygen and creates carbon dioxide.A metabolic rate is the rate at which the cell consumes the amount ofenergy at its disposal. When the brain is engaged in some cognitive tasksuch as calculation, those areas of the brain directly involved in thetask use energy at a faster rate than other regions.

HEG-based NF is a specific neurofeedback technique that trains users toconsciously regulate cortical blood flow. The practice is based is basedon the idea that human beings can consciously alter their brain functionthrough training sessions in which they attempt to change the signalgenerated by their brain and measured via some neurological feedbackmechanism. By so doing, participants increase cerebral blood flow to aspecified region of the brain, consequently increasing brain activityand performance on tasks involving that region of the brain], thus aperson becomes able to consciously control an unconscious process (bloodflow).

Both approaches to HEG, near infrared and passive infrared, are indirectmeasures of neural activity based on neurovascular coupling.Neurovascular coupling is the mechanism by which cerebral blood flow ismatched to metabolic activity. When a region of the cortex is used in aspecific cognitive task, neuronal activity in that region increases,consequently increasing local metabolic rate. To keep up with thenutritional and waste removal demands of a higher metabolic rate,cerebral blood flow to the cortical area in use must increaseproportionally. Along with the increase in flow, hemoglobin molecules inthe blood, which are responsible for the transport and transference ofoxygen to tissue throughout the body, must increase the amount of oxygenthey deliver to the activated region of the cortex, resulting in agreater local blood oxygenation level. This is also referred to as thehaemodynamic response.

Near infrared hemoencephalography measures changes in the localoxygenation level of the blood. Similar to functional magnetic resonanceimaging, which uses changes in the magnetic properties of bloodresulting from oxygenation to form an image of brain activity, NIRutilizes the changes in blood translucence resulting from oxygenation togenerate a signal that can be consciously manipulated in neurofeedbacksessions. At the most basic level, NIR hemoencephalography shinesalternating red (660 nm) and near infra-red (850 nm) light on aspecified area of the brain, usually through the forehead. While theskull is largely translucent to these wavelengths of light, blood isnot. The red light is used as a probe, while the infrared light providesa relatively stable baseline for comparison. Photoelectric cells in aspectrophotometer device worn on the forehead measure the amount of eachwavelength of light reflected by cerebral blood flow in the activatedcortical tissue and send the data to a computer, which then calculatesthe ratio of red to infrared light and translates it into a visualsignal of corresponding to oxygenation level on a graphical interfacethe patient can see. The key nutrient monitored by NIR is oxygen. InNIR, as the ratio of oxygenated hemoglobin (HbO2) to deoxygenatedhemoglobin (Hb) increases, the blood becomes less and less translucentand scatters more of the red light, instead of absorbing it. Incontrast, the amount of infrared light scattered by the blood is largelyimpermeable to changes in the oxygenation level of hemoglobin.

Passive infrared (PIR) Passive infrared HEG is a combination of theclassic hemoencephalography principles and a technique known asthermoscopy. PIR uses a sensor similar to the NIR sensor to detect lightfrom a narrow band of the infrared spectrum that corresponds to theamount of heat being generated by an active brain region, as well as thelocal blood oxygenation level. The heat detected by PIR is proportionalto the amount of sugar being burned to maintain the increased metabolicrate necessary to fuel elevated neuronal activity. PIR has a poorerresolution than NIR and this treatment typically focuses on more globalincreases in cerebral blood flow.

Adjunct therapy The biofeedback system of the current invention is notonly a single therapy, the system is used as a tool for thecomplementary treatment adjunct to conventional medicine, cannabis,surgery and medical procedures. The goal of the treatment is creatingmotional balance and improving self-performance in order to deal withimpulses and challenges, as well as developing self-awareness ofunwanted and uncontrolled eating behaviors while developing strengths byimproving management functions and reducing ego depletion. This systemprovides a holistic approach for treatment. The system creates a supportfor treatment, by characterization using a questionnaire and/orexperiential neurofeedback training, and especially in recommendationsbased on an agenda of ego depletion. The NF system can serve as anadjunct treatment for bariatric surgery, for pharmacologicalinterventions, as a supplement to existing treatments such as,psychopharmacologic treatment, any diet regimens, weight control, andtreatments for obstructive sleep apnea.

Cannabis: Cannabis-based medications have been a topic of intense studysince the endogenous cannabinoid system was discovered two decades ago.Cannabis preparations exert numerous therapeutic effects. They haveantispastic, analgesic, antiemetic, neuroprotective, andanti-inflammatory actions, and are effective against certain psychiatricdiseases.

Use of cannabis can have a variety of psychological effects. Itgenerally causes a sense of heightened mood or “high.” This can lead todecreased anxiety and increased social interaction. Additionally, therehas been a recent increase in prescription of medicinal cannabis amongminors and more demand by parents seeking an alternative route toallopathic medications. There have been some initial positive results inthe use of cannabis in treating different disorders in childrenincluding cancer, autism, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder,see Behere, A. et al (2017). Cannabis: Does it have a medicinal value?Indian Journal of Psychiatry, 59(3), 262-263, incorporated herein as areference.

Furthermore, cannabidiol (CBD), the main non-psychotropic constituent ofthe Cannabis sativa plant showing broad therapeutic potential in variouspsychiatric diseases. Studies in humans demonstrate the promise of CBDfor treating anxiety and preclinical studies in rodents are elucidatingthe pharmacological mechanisms underlying its acute anxiolytic effects.These mechanisms include potentiation of serotonin (5-HT) transmissionvia 5-HT1A receptor (5-HT1AR) activation and elevation ofendocannabinoid levels via inhibition of their metabolism and re-uptake,which indirectly facilitates cannabinoid receptor type 1 (CB1R)activation.

CBD reduces learned fear expression, disrupts fear memoryreconsolidation, and facilitates fear extinction. As well as reducinganxiety in behavioral tests of unconditioned fear, emerging evidenceindicates that CBD regulates fear learning and memory in paradigms thatare translationally relevant to diseases such as phobias and PTSD, alongwith their psychological treatments, see Jurkus, R., et al (2016).Cannabidiol Regulation of Learned Fear: Implications for TreatingAnxiety-Related Disorders. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 7, 454,incorporated herein as a reference.

The training takes is also by virtual reality (VR) programs so that itwill be experienced for children and adults to persevere in training andnot abandon training,

Virtual reality has a very significant additional force, which is theability to integrate content into practice, and to produce virtualreality that will give value to the trainee, thus teaching the traineevia a practical experience in virtual reality to improve this/herfunctional deficiencies detected by the questionnaire. For example: thetrainee's questionnaire reported that he/she slept a little and gottired. Virtual reality training with neurofeedback will be a reality inwhich he/she will initiate a process of “sleep hygiene” in which he/shefunctions before bedtime, i.e., setting an alarm clock that is not on amobile phone, operating a night light, sleeping at a reasonable time,reading a book.

Example 1: AD(H)D Classification Questionnaire

Part A of the questionnaire comprises of 12 questions Part A, includes12 questions, which are offered to any user. After the user answers all12 questions, the user is characterized for the three AD(H)Dclassifications types: Frontal, Temporal, and Parietal.

The questions are as follows:

-   -   1. The food serves me to dull thoughts or feelings connected to        my body    -   2. I crave food when I am bored, angry or sad    -   3. Eating comforts me    -   4. I find I ate more than I thought    -   5. I find it difficult to begin and persist in deciding on        proper nutrition    -   6. I eat without thinking    -   7. I eat regardless of my level of appetite or satiety    -   8. Being with someone who eats makes me feel hungry    -   9. When I'm hungry my stomach is like a bottomless hole    -   10. I have an urge to finish the entire package that remains    -   11. I eat even though I know it will have results    -   12. To what extent do you worry about your weight?

The algorithm for Part A questionnaire is shown in the followingparagraph named Algorithm integration,

Part B: Health Promoting Questionnaire

After completing answering the questions of Part A, the user answers thequestions of Part B. The questions or Part B are suited for each useraccording to the AD(H)D classification of the user, as determined byresult of Part A questionnaire and the algorithm. Part B, healthpromoting questionnaire has 3 different formats, according to thepersonality type defined in Part A. Part B is therefore a questionnaire,adjusted to the type of the user.

In part B, each user receives several statements. The user then markseach statement in values from 1-6, while values 1 reflects the fact thatthe statement does not characterize this user, while value 6 reflectsthe fact that this statement characterize best the user.

These statements are associated with the relevant brain area.

Every question in Par b the questionnaire has an expression of astatement such as worry, anxiety, anxiety, obsessiveness, etc.

The statements are listed in Table 1.

Table 1 describes the statements and their relation to AD(H)Dclassifications

TABLE 2 Health promoting questionnaire statements The statements usedfor preparation of the AD(H)D classification/statements user's reportFRONTAL (Managerial) Do not stop thinking about food during Obsessivethinking about eating during the day. the day I eat without thinkingImpulsivity: Eating without thought. Difficulty facing the temptationsImpulsivity: Difficulty facing temptations I eat whatever I want and donot think Difficulty in making decisions: considerations about health ofhealth food choices are not taken into account I have no agenda when Ieat Difficulty in making planning and organization decisions: There isno fixed order and hours for meals. I do not eat all day and then Iattack the Difficulty in planning and organizing food decisions:Unorganized eating that leads to eating large volumes in one meal unit.I find it difficult to begin and persist in Difficulty in makingdecisions, procrastination: deciding on proper nutrition Difficultyinitiating a process that requires multiple mental resources. I eat eventhough I know it will have Difficulty in making planning and organizingphysical/emotional/interpersonal/ decisions: eating despite theknowledge that personality results this will have consequences. I findI've eaten more than I thought Problems with attention and memory: thediscovery of a large amount is planned or calculated. TEMPORAL(regulation) I worry about what my weight will be Worries: Concernedabout weight and its consequences Because I worry about my weight andConcerns: Concern for weight and health leads health, I prefer not to doanything to inactivity. I say to myself, “I wish I had eaten”Intimidating internal speech: “I say to myself that I ate.” It's hardwith new foods I do not know Hypersensitivity: Difficulty withunfamiliar new foods. , Reluctance to experiment I am very disturbed bythe smells/ Sensory regulation: It is difficult to vary textures ofcertain foods nutrition due to disturbance of smells/textures of variousfoods, which prevents dietary diversity. I also eat that I'm not hungryLack of awareness of appetite: uncontrolled eating behavior forphysiological purposes. I eat only when my stomach is already Lack ofawareness of appetite: Eating “stuck to my back” unconsciously andadapted to the needs of the body. I'm disgusted with certain foodsHypersensitivity: feeling disgusted with certain foods I eat and I donot care what they say Difficulty identifying social cues: Eatingwithout reference to social reactions PARIETAL (emotional) The foodserves me to dull thoughts or Pain: dulling thoughts and physicalsensations feelings connected to my body with food. I am afraid of whatwill happen to me Anxiety: I am afraid of what will happen if I if Icontinue with an uncontrolled diet continue to conduct an uncontrolleddiet. I crave food when I am bored, angry or Calm: Conditions such asboredom, anger, sad sadness are triggers for eating. I have an urge tofinish eating the Addiction: There is an impulse that motivates wholepackage that remains me to eat of any food package. It's hard for me tocontrol eating Addiction: Difficulty in controlling eating Eatingcomforts me Emotional: Eating makes you feel comforted. When I getannoyed I go to eat Emotional: A response to arousal (nerves) leads toan eating response. I did not have the peace of mind to fall Anxiety:Finding peace of mind in the act of asleep until I did not eat eating.I'm not comfortable with people Body image: External measurement ofmeasuring me strangers towards me causes me discomfort.

Table 3: Health Promoting Questionnaire—Characterization for User Report

TABLE 3A FRONTAL A statement in the Characterization sent to USERquestionnaire REPORT 1. Obsession: continues thinking about eatingduring the day. 1. Do not stop thinking about food during the day 2. Ieat without thinking 2. impulsiveness: Eating without thought. 3.Difficulty facing the 3. impulsiveness: Difficulty facing temptationstemptations 4. I eat whatever I want 4. Difficulty in making decisions:and do not think about health Considerations healthy food choices is nottaken into account 5. I have no agenda when 5. Difficulty in makingplanning and I eat organization decisions: There is no fixed order andhours for meals. 6. I do not eat all day and 6. Difficulty in makingplanning and then I attack the food organization decisions: Anuncontrolled eating leads to eating large explosives unit h s one meal.7. I find it difficult to 7. Difficulty in making decisions, begin andpersist in deciding procrastination: Difficulty initiating a on propernutrition process that requires multiple mental resources. 8. I eat eventhough I 8. Difficulty in making planning and know it will havephysical/ organizing decisions: eating despite theemotional/interpersonal/ knowledge that this will have personalityresults consequences. 9. I am very disturbed by 9. Sensory Integration:It is difficult the smells/textures of certain to vary nutrition due todisturbance of foods smells/textures of various foods, which preventsdietary diversity. 10. I do not make food 10. Difficulty in planning andorganizing: for me to leave the house Lack of organization in the orderof meals when leaving home. 11. I find I 've eaten 11. Problems withattention and memory: more than I thought the discovery of a largeamount is planned or calculated.

TABLE 3B TEMPORAL A statement in the Characterization sent to USERquestionnaire REPORT 1. I worry about Worries: Concerned about weightand what my weight will be its consequences 2. Because I worry Concerns:Concern for weight and about my weight and health leads to inactivity.health, I prefer not to do anything 3. I say to myself, “I Intimidatinginternal speech: “I say to wish I had eaten” myself that I ate.” 4. It'shard with new Hypersensitivity: Difficulty with foods I do not knowunfamiliar new foods., Reluctance to experiment 5. I worry aboutWorries: Troubled by my future weight what my weight will be 6. I alsoeat that I 'm Lack of awareness of appetite: not hungry uncontrolledeating behavior for physiological purposes. 7. I eat only when Lack ofawareness of appetite: Eating my stomach is already unconsciously andadapted to the needs of “stuck to my back” the body. 8. I'm disgustedHypersensitivity: feeling disgusted with with certain foods certainfoods 9. I eat and I do not Difficulty identifying social cues: carewhat they say Eating without reference to social reactions

TABLE 3C PARIETAL A sentence in the Characterization sent to USERquestionnaire REPORT 1. The food serves me Pain: dulling thoughts andphysical to dull thoughts or feelings sensations with food. connected tomy body 2. I am afraid of what Anxiety: I am afraid of what will willhappen to me if I happen if I continue to conduct an continue with anuncontrolled diet. uncontrolled diet 3. I crave food when I Calm:Conditions such as boredom, am bored, angry or sad anger, sadness aretriggers for eating. 4. I have an urge to Addiction: There is an impulsethat finish eating the whole motivates me to eat the whole package thatremains package 5. It's hard for me to Addiction: Difficulty incontrolling control eating eating 6. Eating comforts me Emotional:Eating makes you feel comforted 7. When I get annoyed Emotional: Aresponse to arousal I go to eat (nerves) leads to an eating response.8., There was no me Anxiety: Finding peace of mind in peace of mind tosleep until the act of eating. he ate 9. I'm not comfortable Body image:External measurement with people measuring me of strangers towards mecauses me discomfort. 10. The food serves me Body image: dullingthoughts and to dull thoughts or feelings feelings through foodconnected to my body

Algorithm Integration

Part A: AD(H)D classification questionnaire is presented to the user byphone application, by an interview (in clinics or home), by computer . .. etc.

The user receives a questionnaire of 12 questions in which he mustchoose between 1 and 6, as well as demographic questions about age,weight, height, gender and economic status.

Two of the questions are general questions to provide background for thetherapist.

The other 10 questions fall into three categories:

Frontal Management—

Temporal Regulation

Parietal Emotional—

Each user will be reported regarding the AD(H)D classification to whichthe user belongs. The user also receives the value in each personalitytype, and report which state whether the user received a value higherthan the 75 percentile/25 percent lower than the 25 percentmedian/between the median and the 75 percent.

How it is done: Three variables (frontal, temporal, and parietal) arecreated, and each variable t includes the average number of responses toeach category.

A variable called “your type” is created in which the user is presentedto the subject (frontal/temporal/parietal) in which the subject is giventhe highest value.

According to the age group to which the user belongs (10-24, 25-44,45-65), the application chooses the appropriate norm scales. The subjectreceives a USER REPORT presented by a ruler divided into four parts(25-50%, 25-50%, 50-75%, higher than 75%). For example see FIG. 18.

Example: The subject is 18 years old, and received in the “frontal”AD(H)D classification an average score of 4.75 out of the threequestions belonging to this category;

received in the “temporal” AD(H)D classification an average score of2.67 out of the three questions belonging to this category; and received5.25 in the “parietal” AD(H)D classification an average score of thethree questions belonging to this category

The user receives a result: “your Personality type is “Parietal”,

Additionally, the user receives 3 such rulers, which reflect the user'sscore/values relative to the normal values of the age group in eachcategory (the following are the normal values are depicted in Table 2):

Table 4:

TABLE 4A Normal values/scores for Algorithm calculation for Ages 10-24Median Percentile 75 Median Percentile 25 FRONTAL 5.33 4.33 3.33TEMPORAL 4.75 3.75 3 PARIETAL 5 4.33 3

TABLE 4B Normal values/scores for Algorithm calculation for Ages 25-44Median Percentile 75 Median Percentile 25 FRONTAL 4.67 4 3 TEMPORAL 4.253.25 2.5 PARIETAL 4.67 3.67 2.67

TABLE 4C Normal values/scores for Algorithm calculation for Ages 45-65Median Percentile75 Median Percentile 25 FRONTAL 5 4 3 TEMPORAL 4.253.25 2.25 PARIETAL 4.67 3.67 2.67

Part B:

The user values statements which are were adjusted to the AD(H)Dclassification of the user.

The algorithm sums the answers' values, and the user receives a userreport which comprises, inter alia, the characterization, whichcorrelates to the statements which received the highest values. (seeTable 4A-C in the previous paragraph).

Part C—QEEG Test which is Characterized as One of the Three Types (or aCombination of Two Types

If the same AD(H)D classification appear in both the questionnaire andQEEG. This type will appear in the final USER REPORT.

If In the questionnaire, type A went out and in QEEG type B emerged. Inthe final report the two types would appear in the final USER REPORT.

Partial overlap: In QEEG there were 2 type AD(H)D classifications andonly one of them came out on the questionnaire. A two-type program willbe offered. in the final USER REPORT

For each type of disorder an algorithm will be built according to theresearch data that will be used for this purpose. In the case ofobesity, for example, the treatment protocol established by the QEEGprofessionals was compared to the protocol they determined according tothe questionnaire, and by comparing them, the algorithm was developedaccording to which (this paragraph can be left because it is intendedonly to demonstrate)

Example 3: Clinical Study

Part I of the Study: Development of a Diagnostic Tool Assessment Tool

Part A of the present study was designed to develop a tool that combinesa questionnaire with subjects and a QEEG test as part of a computerizedassessment of subjects (in the first stage of assessment of readinessfor weight loss treatments). Based on the evolving knowledge inneuroscience, and in keeping with the knowledge about the common factorsin an uncontrolled diet, three main brain sources relevant to theassessment of uncontrolled eating behavior were identified:

The frontal region—responsible for management functions—can explainuncontrolled behaviors associated with attention, planning andorganization disorders, in making orderly and balanced decisions.

The parietal region—associated with resting the brain and emotionalchallenges such as anxiety or traumas—can explain emotional eating.

The right temporal region—which is responsible, among other things, forregulation,

can explain eating that is not regulated in line with internal andexternal cues.

The stages of developing the questionnaire:

Atagel: A pilot questionnaire was constructed with 60 statements on a6-point Likert scale. The statements are based on a number of acceptedobesity questionnaires. The pilot questionnaire was distributed to 150people. Following statistical analysis, the statements were revealed andthe questionnaire was distributed in its shortened version to 1,300people. It was found that the questionnaire in its final version canclearly identify a “dominant type” of the focus of difficulty in thesubject: frontal management, parity, and temporal regulation. Thefollowing is the final “sample type” model (see FIG. 13)

The model: FIG. 13 depicts a statistical analysis of the model usingAMOS program. The results reveled the following findings:

-   -   Chi Square=49.867, (DF=32), p=0/023.    -   Chi/df=1.558, RMSEA=0.059, SRMR=0.0388, TLI=0.969, NFI=0.942,        CFI=0.978.

The results of the AMOS program showed that the items in thequestionnaire and the variable (parietal/frontal/temporal) to which theybelong have a positive correlation. Statistical measures used to testthe quality of the model indicate that the model is statistically good.

The model is statistically good because at least three of the model'squality measures meet the relevant criteria. For example, RMSEA shouldbe less than 0.6, in which case it is 0.059. SRMR should also be lessthan 0.9 in combination with one of the other CFI TLI indices, whichshould be greater than 0.95, which is in this model (SRMR=0.0388,TLI=0.969, CFI=0.978). In addition to NFI, which is the ratio of thedifference between the maximum possible squared (maximum independence)and the squared animal, to the maximum possible squared, you should beabove 0.9 and in this case NFI=0.942. Therefore, this model is a goodmodel that meets the statistical requirements for this purpose. Inaddition, it is desirable that the squared indicator be not significantand approach 0. In this model, the level of significance of a squareanimal (Chi square=49.86, DF=32) is 0.023.

Part B: For a group of 50 subjects, two parts of the diagnosis wereperformed: a diagnosis using the type questionnaire and a diagnosis byexamining brain activity using QEEG in the three relevant areas:frontal, parietal, temporal.

In the next stage, a comparison was made between the results of thediagnosis (treatment recommendations) according to the typequestionnaire versus the results according to the QEEG test. It wasdecided that each recommendation would include two focal points ofdifficulty, given that 60.8% of the subjects had more than one type offocal point (frontal/parietal/temporal).

A comparison of the results of the diagnosis with these two toolsenabled us to learn about how to simplify and streamline the diagnosticprocess. Only 6 out of 50 subjects did not agree, ie, in 88% of cases,there was agreement between recommendations according to QEEG andrecommendations of the therapist. In 10 out of 50 subjects, thealgorithm would be wrong if it had only the questionnaire, ie, 80% couldrely on the questionnaire alone [recommending two foci of difficulty].The characteristics of the cases in which the questionnaire is notsuitable for prediction in it, and where it is necessary to combine theQEEG test with the updated algorithm.

This finding is a breakthrough in simplifying and streamlining theevaluation of preparedness for weight loss treatments. As a result ofthis finding, a simple and effective computerized system for evaluationof readiness to weight loss treatments, based on a short and convenientquestionnaire supported by QEEG testing, can be constructed. The factthat the new tool (questionnaire) provides results close to those offamiliar tool (QEEG) results, reinforces the possibility of using thequestionnaire as a primary tool for evaluating preparedness. It shouldbe noted that in some cases, listed in a separate document, thequestionnaire is less suitable for prediction by itself, and it isnecessary to combine it with a QEEG test.

Part II of the Study: Brain Training (Neurofeedback) for the Treatmentof Uncontrolled Diet and Increased Readiness for Slimming

The study hypothesis: The scores of the indicators of uncontrolledeating behavior are expected to decline following a series ofneurofeedback training.

Participants: In this part of the study, 12 subjects in the experimentalgroup and 34 in the control group participated.

The following are demographic characteristics of the participants:

In the experimental group, 83.3% were women, with a broad age range(67-13 years) with an average age of 46.5 (SD=13.5). In the controlgroup, 67.6% were women, with a broad age range (12-70 years) with meanage of 43.7 (SD=14.97).

Most of the participants in the study (80%) did not have a normal BMI.10.9% underweight, 21.7% normal weight, 26.1% overweight, 17.4% obesitylevel 1, 10.9% obesity level 2, 13% obesity level 3.

Research tools a. An AD(H)D classification questionnaire, with anemphasis on managerial functions including impulsivity, procrastination,ambition questionnaire, eating and activity and sleep habitsquestionnaire, which its development was described in Part A above, wastransferred prior to the training series and after the training seriesto both the experimental group and the control group.

b. readiness questionnaire for change in two versions was transferred tothe experimental group before and after the training series: one versionto be completed by the subject and a second version to be completed by arelative about the subject.

Research Process: The control group received no treatment.

Research procedure in the experimental group: Using an algorithm thatweights questionnaire data and QEEG data (as mentioned in Part A of theabove study), a protocol for a Neurofeedback training series wasconstructed for each participant in the experimental group. The twolocations selected for training were the two locations identified by thealgorithm as the highest of the three options: frontal, temporal, andparietal. Each participant practiced a total of 30 training sessionstwice a week for 30 minutes per session, 15 minutes in one place and 15minutes in the second.

The training included watching videos in the BioExplorer program forneurofeedback training and using a NeurobitOptima2 measuring instrument.

Results The study hypothesis was strongly confirmed: the scores ofuncontrolled eating behavior scores declined significantly following aseries of neurofeedback training in the experimental group rather thanin the control group.

AD(H)D classification questionnaire: To test the hypothesis that therewas a difference in the level of uncontrolled eating behavior before andafter the neurofeedback training series, t-tests were performed forpaired samples and significant differences were found (p<0.01)indicating that the level of uncontrolled eating behavior declinedfollowing a series of neurofeedback training in the experimental group,(Frontal, temporal, parietal) and the general average. In the controlgroup there were no significant changes during this period. In addition,a t-test was conducted for independent samples to compare the differencein the level of uncontrolled eating behavior at both time points, beforeand after the experiment, between the experimental group and the controlgroup. A significant difference was found. The results in Tables 5-7.

In other words, we can see a decrease in the rating of the uncontrolledeating behavior (in the statements detailed in the above samplequestionnaire) by comparing the two time points (pre-post-experiment) inthe experimental group rather than in the control group, and thedifference in the reported change is statistically significant. Ingeneral, the rating of the uncontrolled behavior of the experimentalparticipants was lower at the end of the experiment than in its initialphase, ie, a decline in the rating of uncontrolled eating behavior.

Examples of statements describing uncontrolled eating behavior (from thesample questionnaire): “I find that I ate more than I thought,” “thefood is used to dull thoughts or feelings that are related to my body,”etc. In addition, participants in the experimental group rated at alower level than reported at the beginning of the experiment behaviorsin each category in its own right: a reduction in the experimental grouponly before and after the experiment in rating behaviors in the parietalclass, a decrease in the experimental group only after the experiment inthe frontal class—After the experiment in the ranking of behaviors inthe temporal category.

2. A Readiness for Change Questionnaire

A. In a Version to be Filled by a Relative about the Subject

In the t-test for paired samples, there was no significant difference inthe perception of family members before and after training inhealth-conscious awareness (to what extent the subject is open tosupportive messages for a healthy lifestyle, aware of thequality/quantity of foods that I can eat) As shown in FIG. 14. However,after the training series, there is a significant increase in theirperception of the patient's level of optimism, dedication andpersistence, sense of ability and organization, as can be seen in FIG.15.

TABLE 5 Changes in uncontrolled eating behavior measured in a samplequestionnaire at the beginning and end of the experiment CONTROLEXPERIMENT STATISTICS AFTER BEFORE STATISTICS AFTER BEFORE TYPE t(33) =−0.18 ns M = 2.89 M = 2.87 t(11) = 3.34 M = 2.54 M = 3.47 FRONTAL SD =1.18 SD = 1.16 p < 0.01 SD = 1.05 SD = 1.17 t(33) = 0.22 ns M = 3.14 M =3.17 t(11) = 4.32 M = 3.5 M = 4.28 TEMPORAL SD = 1.17 SD = 1.17 p < 0.01SD = 1.43 SD = 1.07 t(33) = −0.89 ns M = 2.95 M = 2.84 t(11) = 3.89 M =2.83 M = 3.72 PARIETAL SD = 1.04 SD = 1.15 p < 0.01 SD = 0.93 SD = 1.19t(33) = −0.43 ns M = 2.99 M = 2.96 t(11) = 4.9 M = 2.96 M = 3.82 AVERAGESD = 0.98 SD = 0.99 p < 0.01 SD = 0.94 SD = 0.97

TABLE 6 Comparison between the experimental group and the control groupin the gap measured in the pre-post-experimental type questionnaireSTATISTICS CONTROL EXPERIMENT t(44) = 3.58  M = −0.02  M = 0.92 BEFORE-  p < 0.01 SD = 0.72 SD = 0.96 AFTER GAP- FRONTAL t(44) = 2.93  M = 0.03 M = 0.78 BEFORE-   p < 0.01 SD = 0.8  SD = 0.62 AFTER GAP- TEMPORALt(44) = 4.04  M = −0.11  M = 0.88 BEFORE-   p < 0.01 SD = 0.71 SD = 0.79AFTER GAP- PARIETAL

B. In the Version to be Filled by the Subject

The participants in the experimental group felt that the ability toplan, plan, and succeed successfully in food planning was consistentwith optimism, as shown in FIG. 16. However, in terms of support,communication, expression, there was no significant change in training,See FIG. 4. This is in line with the findings from familyquestionnaires, according to which the family does not expect aphysiological improvement in the subjects, but rather reports anincrease in their perception of the patient's level of optimism,dedication and perseverance. Test results for samples are paired inFIGS. 16 and 17.

3. Additional Physiological Indices:

Weight change In the t-test for independent samples, a significantdifference was found between the control group and the experimentalgroup in the mean weight change during the experimental period. As shownin Table 7, the average group of participants in the experimental grouplost 2.25 kilograms during the experiment, while the control groupgained an average weight of 0.4 kilograms.

TABLE 7 Weight changes during the experimental period STATISTICAL TESTCONTROL GROUP STUDY GROUP Average weight t(44) = 2.25  M = +0.4 SD =2.32.25 change during the   p < 0.05 SD = 3.82 M = −   experimentalperiod

There were significant differences in the perceptions and statements ofrelatives of the experimental group before versus after a series ofneurofeedback training (p<0.05) (see FIG. 14). The main findings are:Increase in the ability to organize means, increase in persistence,increase in temptation resistance, increased in being devoted andincrease in awareness of the need to change. A significant decrease wasfound in emotional eating as in being troubled by incompetence.

A larger number of significant differences in the perceptions in theperceptions and statements of participants of the experimental group,before versus after a series of neurofeedback training (p<0.05) (seeFIG. 16).

The main findings are: a significant Increase was shown in the abilitiesto persist, to plan, to be planned, to be optimistic, to be essential,to be organized, to be aware of quality, and to be attentive to hunger.A significant increase was also revealed in managing to be particular,motivated to be particular, readiness for treatment, sleeping quality,and faith in own ability. A significant decrease was found in beinganxious, in impulsiveness, in frustration of food, in urge to eat inphysical problems, but also in coping difficulties.

Other health values as they appear in blood tests After the training,changes in blood test values resulting from the behavioral changes inthe subjects in general and in dietary behavior in particular and evenout of the definition of illness, such as diabetes and cardiovasculardisease, can be identified.

Following Behavior modification, eating behavior is changed, in formssuch as reduction of impulsivity, awareness to order and organization,reduction of cognitive load, obsessiveness, etc.

The result is also expressed in blood tests due to nutritional change

It can be seen that following the study, the following changes wereobserved

Summary of Medical Parameters Observed Through Blood Tests:

Following the training, changes in blood test values, resulting from thebehavioral changes of the subjects in general, and of dietary behaviorin particular are observed. Some subjects illness markers, such asdiabetes and cardiovascular disease, have improved to the extent of nolonger categorized as having the particular illness.

An example of this is in form of particular subject, reporting change inbehavior, improved control and resistance to temptations alongsideimproved planning capacity, reduced junk eating. For that subject thelevels of A1c decreased from 6.1 to 5.9 and thus reduced her the risk ofdiabetes.

Four additional subjects reduction of about 10% of LDL values wasobserved, thereby reducing vascular disease.

Conclusions:

-   -   a. Three subjects were removed from the risk group of fasting        diabetes    -   b. One subject triglyceride levels reduced by 10%    -   c. One abnormal value of cortisol was examined at the end of the        study in one subject, and was referred to the endocrinologist        for further investigation    -   d. Two subjects reduced 10% of general cholesterol    -   e. Four subjects reduced LDL by 10%    -   f. Eleven out of 12 subjects reduced waist size    -   g. Total averaged weight loss is 2.5 kg per subjects    -   h. The control group experienced an average weight gain of about        450 grams during the study period

The study group consisted of a “hard” composition, with a high age inaverage, previous diet experience, some with history of gastric bypasssurgery.

The significant change reported in eating behaviors results fromreducing addictions, reducing anxiety, balancing, improving control andimproving positive performance.

Example 4

One embodiment describes the current invention in the VR form

The application—before you enter HMD:

User name registration

Enter code: Enter a code that you received for a free coupon

Caption: “Please insert your mobile device into your virtual realityglasses”

-   -   Application Charging Screen

Opening caption screen:

Dear users, Thank you for investing your time and putting your healthand wellness in first place. You are in a 360 degree environment. In amoment this black space will be replaced by a virtual space of Michal'sliving room. When that happens, take a moment to look around and relaxand internalize. The spatial observation.

The entire experience will be activated by staring at a button shapedlike this: X (design will be decided)

Each time you see an X-shaped button, you'll have to look at it to makethe selection.

Taking a long look at the X is like making a choice.

To start, look at the X”

The user looks at the X

The space in now a living room (see FIG. 19A)

The User is asked:

Select: Are you:

Icon of a man/Icon of a woman

The user has to stare at the icon he chooses to “play”.

After the selection—the virtual MICHAL (the inventor) enters the livingroom (see FIG. 19B)

MICHAL:

“Hello, come join me (Michal speaks male or female according to theuser's choice—the text will be recorded in both versions).

Michal goes to the sofa and sits down, the user joins her and sits nextto her (automatically happens)

I want to share with you my personal story, as you can see in thepictures here,

My whole life is struggling with obesity, and my best “successes” indieting are weight gain.

I am a “mature” gastric bypass surgery in which I dropped 30 and gained60 kg,

Today, I am less than 40 kg of my peak weight but, most importantly, Imanaged to overcome the addictions which allows me to live a healthylifestyle and completely avoid diabetes and cholesterol. About 12 yearsago I felt that I was “getting off the cliff,” every diet I did failed.I did not find a solution to my coping with eating.

The subject really frustrates me because every day I am a normal person:I am married, I have a child, a company owner from 2009, but in front ofthe food I fail, this will frustrate me very much. It was hard for me toaccept that the addiction to chocolate, the urge to eat, theimpulsiveness, and the difficulty in delaying gratification, such asaligning the cake, dominate me. Years of research have led me tounderstand that it has a name, management functions and part ofattention deficit disorder.

From this pain I began to look for “training wheels”. Hence the solutionof a technology system submitted as a patent application in 2018 workingon the brain waves training, from the understanding that everything isin mind! But needs some help.

This is a revolutionary technological product, the only one in the worldthat aims to characterize your personal challenge and give you asolution for relief. It is not another regular brain training or weightloss.

The end result—improvement until the disappearance of addictions,increasing control over food, while the “side effect” is weight loss.

Now, I'll walk you to Dr. Brain, but you'll go in alone.”

Button:

“Continued”

(Appears frontally, the user must select it in order to switch to theclinic).

After the selection, space changes to the clinics

(On the shelves are pictures with professional credentials of thepsychologist Dr. Brain) (see FIG. 19C).

Dr. Brain walks through the door.

Dr. Brain: “Welcome to the BOOST Institute, I am Dr. Brain, a seniorresearcher and lecturer in the field of psychology and counseling, Ihave specialized in brain training using technologies calledneurofeedback, providing information on brain activity and training foroptimal brain activity. I have treated hundreds of people over 15 yearswith great success and have written a book on neurofeedback therapy.Today, you will be diagnosed with an evaluation of the behavior ofuncontrolled eating, which can rate the eating behaviors that affectyour diet and characterize the problem In the brain, how? In charge ofyour eating behavior, and comparison of where his/her relation to theaverage population in your age group. This novel software will analyzeyour answers and you will be issued a protocol mental training tailoredto you.

Today, medicine is progressing toward personalized medicine because itimproves by 87% the success of the treatment. The differentiation of thediagnosis you will be doing right now is the ability to be precise andprovide a therapeutic protocol in the field of eating behaviors and atthe end you will receive a focused recommendation for the relevant brainarea in the brain training session to improve control.

Dr. Brain: Now let's start the process. I will ask you questions and youwill have to choose the answer that is most appropriate for you. When 1indicates “not at all” and 6 indicates “very much”, you must answer eachquestion within 45 seconds. Dr. Bryn reads the 10 questions and alsoaddresses the screen. (See inserting H in the attached document)

From the moment the question is finished, six numbers appear on thescreen:

1 2 3 4 5 6 A timer countdown to 45 seconds To answer any question, thisis the time the user must answer.

The questionnaire:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B14YdZaBhzSYbjBGQXkzVjc1Yk5LdVkwc3RSaWxGTm5mbWQ4

After diagnosis Dr. Brain turns to the user again.

Now let's move on to the second part, it's a little shorter and has afew repetitive questions. This section will tell you what your leadingbehaviors are, some are conscious and some are less.

In this section, questions will appear in Part B and again numbers willbe graded.

After each answer, a response will appear for the user's choice for afew seconds and under the Continue button, if the user does not look atthe button within 25 seconds, the questionnaire will automaticallycontinue to the next question.

Magnificent! The system is currently weighing the data as soon as thedata is ready.

After the user has finished answering all the questions Dr. Brain thankshim and tells him that immediately the results will appear on the screenwhich in the room.

On the screen, for example, you find that you are afrontal/temporal/perital type+percent+Explanation:

The frontal region—responsible for management functions—can explainuncontrolled behaviors associated with attention, planning andorganization disorders, in making orderly and balanced decisions.

The parietal region—associated with resting the brain and emotionalchallenges such as anxiety or traumas—can explain emotional eating.

The right temporal region—which is responsible, among other things, forregulation, can explain eating that is not regulated in line withinternal and external cues.

The frontal area—responsible for management functions—can explainuncontrolled eating behaviors associated with attention, planning, andorganization disorders. It is known to “straighten the cake” or forgotto eat and when I get home, “I went down on the children's food and halfthe cold pizza.”

The right temporal region, which is responsible for regulation, canexplain eating that is not regulated in harmony with internal andexternal cues. Known as “snakes” that are never counted.

The parietal region, which is associated with brain resting andemotional challenges such as anxiety or traumas, can explain emotionaleating, which is similar to a mobile phone loaded with video clips thatrequires complicated calculations. It is likely to be harder than amobile phone whose memory is almost empty and available for downloadinglarge applications. In dealing with addictions in eating, there is morestress on the system, the ability to resist addiction and temptationsare weaker.

It was found that your eating behaviors at the level of (show a scale asin blood tests)

or

Norma: Your eating behavior conforms to the norm in the population, socontinue! Improve and strengthen your eating behavior and improve yourhealth with brain training tailored to you.

or

Just above norm: Your eating behavior has been found to deviate slightlyfrom the norm in the population. Such behaviors have been shown in somestudies to increase the potential for obesity, cardiovascular disease,and to reduce uncontrolled eating behavior, to achieve control andbalance through customized brain training.

or

Above the norm: Your eating behavior has been found to exceed the normin the population, but it is not terribly bad and there are things todo. Hundreds of people who have trained in exercise reported significantimprovements in their quality of life, control, balance and reduction ofaddictions.

Caption:

Clinic: POWER BOOST

“The diagnosis is over. Thank you for putting yourself in first place

To purchase customized brain training, we give you a 50% credit for theamount of pay paid for the VR experience for brain training

To redeem the benefit (valid for 60 days from the date of diagnosis)click here

In addition, only for those purchasing the VR experience, personaldiagnosis of eating behaviors for brain training+

You did not improve you did not pay!, Did not improve brain wavesfollowing brain training —your money will be returned 100%*

-   -   According to the regulations.

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Example 5

Case report 1: Dan, a 35 years old female is characterized by impulsiveeating, but in the health promotion questionnaire it seems that “I donot sleep enough”, “I have no satisfaction from work,”

“I'm not happy with my married life,” and “suffer from chronic pain”:

“I'm interested in starting cannabis treatment for pain relief”

The system will be characterized Dana by an impairment in the managerialfunctions—ambivalence. The system will identify the barriers to healthpromotion that cause Dana to cognitive overload (e.g., lack of sleep,marital distress, etc.).

The system recommends for Dana a suitable NF treatment: Dana isdiagnosed with the therapeutic protocol of neurofeedback as having animpairment of management functions and therefore receives a tailoredneurofeedback treatment.

Using the health promotion questionnaire, Dana was found to suffer fromchronic pain that results in a cognitive load that affects a lot ofpreoccupation during the day and a little lack of attention to healthyeating organization processes.

Also, Dana is not satisfied with her marital relationship, which causesthe emotional eating of comforting foods such as chocolate and icecream, foods that lead to rapid sugar increases and increases the senseof low value and lack of control.

Through neurofeedback training to improve impulsivity, impulsivebehaviors are expected to decrease in eating. Additionally, there willbe an increase in personal referrals to create managerial priorities tocreate a healthy lifestyle rather than being swept away by the reality

Case report 2: Uri, a 48 years old male, is characterized as having anaddiction to work without obesity and food only in the evening is morethan a predator in the evening that comes very hungry home and eat whatis in the refrigerator including the leftovers of the children.

During the day, Uri eats cookies during the meetings and drinks coffeewith sugar to overcome the fatigue. Thus, in the evening, Uri is veryhungry and ate everything he could find, without the prior planning of abalanced and healthy meal.

By characterizing the promotion of health and personal characterization,Uri is characterized by eating habits as well as a personality type.

Uri is given a protocol of neurofeedback treatment. His Behavior ischaracterized by procrastination and impulsivity and is suitable formanagement dysfunction.

Neurofeedback training combined and personal guidance gives Uri theability to route his diet better so that his habits are more orderly.

This way, Uri has more energy during the day, his medical conditionimproves, as well as the creation of preventive medicine for futurediseases such as reducing diabetes and cardiovascular disease resultingfrom unbalanced eating.

Case report 3: Rami purchased a dog last year. Since then, rami walkswith the dog every day, at 5:30. Therefore he walks five times more thanthe previous year. Additionally, during the day he does not eatcommercial food but only home-cooked food.

You would expect him to lose weight. However, because of poor sleepquality (because of pressure at work) and shorter sleep hours, he gainedweight. Furthermore, when he is tired he drinks sweetened drinks atwork. He was found to have sleep apnea due to a polyp in his throatUsing the current invention, improves his sleep quality, reduces hisworkload at work, as well as serving as adjunct treatment for sleepapnea, thus stops the weight gain.

Case report 4: John and Mila married couple about 4 years old and 30years old fail to bring children, all physiological tests are normal.Both work and lead a normal life, do not smoke and exercise withoutobesity.

The couple came to a fertility clinic to find out why fertility wasdelayed without any physiological reason.

The questionnaire clearly has high levels of irritability in a word thatsuggests high levels of stress

John has above-average anxiety levels due to uncertainty in hisprofession.

Neurofeedback training was offered to the couple according to a singletreatment protocol in order to improve personal performance for everyonein general and to reduce anxiety to the word and anxiety for John.

Example 6

Experts declare the dry industrial food we buy for our pets is just asharmful to them as a regular diet of hamburger, pizza, and sweeteneddrinks will hurt us. They say that industrial food does not contain thenecessary nutrients for a dog or cat.

That allergies and obesity reduce the longevity of dogs and cats whofeed on industrial food. Eating unbalanced and nutritionally feedinganimals can lead to a variety of unwanted behaviors. The currentinvention can be used to treat pets and assist in reducing overweightand treat eating disorders is pets or accompanying animals.

By characterizing animal behavior, using a questionnaire filled by theanimal owner, and without a need for an EEG test, it is possible toidentify the causes of abnormal behavior, and to improve the conditionof the animal

Example 7

The current invention is a neurofeedback computerized system and methodfor diagnosing and treating obesity, eating behavior/disorders andderived health conditions FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the best modesystem. The system (400) comprises: an input unit (40), which receivespersonal information regarding the subject. This personal informationincludes: basic parameters (43) such as age, gender, weight and height,BMI, body fat, muscle mass and refers to basic input data (item 13 inFIG. 1) personal questionnaires (42) personal questionnaires arequestionnaires for AD(H)D classification, with an emphasis on managerialfunctions including impulsivity, procrastination, ambitionquestionnaire, eating and activity and sleep habits questionnaire;health promoting questionnaire designed to diagnose health habits; oreating and diet preferences questionnaire etc. eating disordersun-controlled eating accompanying diseases, anxiety, addictions, pain,sexuality and fertility problems, fibromyalgia performance, sleepdisorders, ADHD, ADD O.C.D or autism.

Active input data (item 14 in FIG. 1); personal physiological, socialand behavioral data (41) collected continuously or time—lapsed of thesubject by means of a wearable or a portable device. The physiologicaldata include parameters such as: distance travelled by the subject,velocity, heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and sleepingtime. Social data includes parameters such as: duration of phone calls(minutes of speech/24 h), numbers of outgoing and incoming calls andtext messages/24 h), identification of calls and callers, number ofcalls, length of calls, number of unique calls, text messages, andsocial networks' usage such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter etc.; thebehavioral data includes general activity related to nutrition such asvisits in restaurants, in fast food sites, and activity related totraining and exercising such visits in swimming pools, gym, etc. Refersto passive continuous input data (item 12 in FIG. 1). A web page or anapplication to capture all personal data, and data collected refers to acaptive patient portal (CPP) (item 15 in FIG. 1). A storage unit (44)for storing all above personal data along with related data, refers to adata base (item 16 in FIG. 1). A computer processor (45 in FIG. 4; item19 in FIG. 1) which uses specific algorithms to process above-mentionedpersonal data, and determines a treatment protocol (46 in FIG. 4; item15 in FIG. 1). The treatment protocol contains personalized detailedinstructions for neurofeedback training. An EEG device for neurofeedbacktraining refers to EEG cap (item 20 in FIG. 1). This EEG device containsone EEG electrode located at the prefrontal cortex (PFC) area of thebrain; and a second movable EEG electrode. The location of this secondelectrode is specifically determined by the personal treatment protocol.The system further uses the collected personal data in order to alertthe subject when enters un-recommended sites such as fast foodrestaurants or praise the subject when exercises at the swimming pool orat the gym.

Example 8

Block chain is a system in which a record of digital transactions madeare maintained across several computers that are linked in apeer-to-peer network. Blockchain technology guarantees greatertransparency, security, and decentralization. The blockchain operates byspreading a continuous growing ledger of records, which are time stampedover a wide array of private computers across the world. This assuresthat the records cannot be altered, deleted or manipulated.

Blockchain is designed specifically to accelerate and simplify theprocess of how transactions are recorded. This means that any type ofasset can be transparently transacted using this completelydecentralized system. The current invention is a system which issuitable also for block chain ledger. The block chain for the currentinvention is illustrated in FIG. 5.

Example 9

Machine learning can be described as software that changes when itlearns from new information. As the software is self-adaptive, it is notnecessary to add new rules manually. Deep learning is the mostprospective area of machine learning. It is based on neural networksthat require large data volumes to teach themselves.

The healthcare industry historically has generated large amounts ofdata, driven by record keeping, compliance & regulatory requirements,and patient care. While most data is stored in hard copy form, thecurrent trend is toward rapid digitization of these large amounts ofdata. These massive quantities of data (known as ‘healthcare big data’)hold the promise of supporting a wide range of medical and healthcarefunctions, including among others clinical decision support, diseasesurveillance, and population health management

The big data of the current invention is collected by comprises BasicInput Data Active Input Data and Passive Continuous Input Data, and iscompared to data obtained for other users of the current invention, todata obtained for users of other systems and to any other data bases.

According to preferred embodiment, the current invention is a machinelearning system, which studies the personal responses of the treatedsubject to the treatment protocol, to the alerts, recommendations etc.,and accommodates the system to optimize that treatment andrecommendations for the same treated subject.

Example 10

FIG. 6 depicts the biofeedback module of the current invention. Thebiofeedback unit of the current invention (500) is composed of twosub-units: Lower reflex—like bio feedback sub-module (LRBL, 520), is asub-unit responsible for responses (521 and 523) for all stimuli (520and 522) provided by the mammals using the system. Upper reflex—like biofeedback sub-module (URLB, 510) is a sub-unit responsible forintegrating the stimuli and the responses of the LRLB, as well ashierarchizing and prioritizing the stimuli response and selecting themost important response. (see FIG. 6 for the description of thebiofeedback module and FIG. 7 for the biofeedback method and process).The LRBL (520) provides responses for any stimuli derived from mammalianusers. Any applicable stimulus is followed by a response. For example:an example for a “bad” stimulus: visiting a gambling site, will resultin a “punishment” by lowering “grades” or reducing deserts for the nextmeal; an example for a “good” stimulus: walking more than 30 min, willresult in a “treat” by providing a friendly text message, or a couponfor buying a new pair of sport's shoes, etc.

Responding for every “bad” stimulus, will result in decreasing of thefrequency of this type of stimulus, as depicted in FIG. 6B. St-Stimulus,Rs-Response. FIG. 7 depicts the process of bio-feedbacking. The stimuliexamples depicted are gambling (GM) and sleeping-less (SL, sleeping lessthan 5 hours for an adult between ages 20-50). The URBL system willfirstly prioritize all stimuli by their order of importance, magnitude,frequency, significance and relevance to overall well-being.Additionally, the URBL uses normal ranges (NR) and critical values (CV)of the mammalian user of the current invention. These normal ranges andcritical values are related to the stimuli and comprise, inter alia, ofquantitative measures of, for example, blood pressure, body mass index(BMI), EEG recordings, body temperature, etc.

According to the above, a non-limiting example is the stimulus ofsleeping-less, which is more significant than the stimulus of gambling.Thus, when the system assess the SL events and of gambling events of aspecific user, the URBL prioritizes the SL events. When a user hasseveral events of GM stimuli (i.e. vising at fast food restaurants,St1-St4-GM) and several events of SL (St1-St6-SL), he/she receivesresponse for each of this stimuli (Rs-GM for GM stimuli and RS-SL for SLstimuli), operated by LRBL sub-unit. The URBL system assesses theseLRBL—operated sets of stimuli-responses. Since sleeping—less (SL) is setto be superior to gambling (GM) visits, then in the case SL eventfrequency is higher than GM event frequency, the URBL sub-unit ceasesthe LRBL-related response for GM and retains only the LRBL-relatedresponse for SL. This is true as long as GM visits are do not affect therelated parameter, for example, blood pressure (BP). Nevertheless, inthe case that BP value is higher than a critical value (CV); then theURBL sub-unit does not cease the LRBL-related response for GM andretains both the LRBL-related response for SL and the e LRBL-relatedresponse for GM.

In the case SL event frequency is lower than GM event frequency, and BPvalue is within its normal range; the URBL sub-unit continues both theLRBL-related response for SL and the LRBL-related response for GM (FIG.7).

Example 11

Additional example of the current invention is a multilayeredbio-feedbacking system, comprising a user-derived module, comprising a(internal-data source) captive portal data input (CP); the data isselected from a group consisting of input data, passive continuous inputdata and active input data; an external module comprising databasederived from user's logged behavior; a wearable module,inter-communicable with the user derived module, comprising: at leastone first sensor and at least one second sensor; the at least one firstsensor is configured to log at least one first user's behavior, the atleast one first behavior is characterized by a series of n events, n isan integer number being greater than or equals 1; and, the at least onesecond sensor is con Figured to log at least one second user's behavior,the at least one second behavior is characterized by a series of mevents, m is an integer number being greater than or equals 1; and, atleast one first and at least one second stimulation modules forstimulating a response for the at least one first and second user'sbehaviors, respectively, the response is stimulated in connection withthe n′ and m′ events; n′ and m′, respectively, are an integer numbers,each of which is being greater than or equals 1; each of which of the atleast one first and second stimulation modules are in connection witheither or both; one or more signal inducers con Figured for a consciousalert; and one or more signal inducers con Figured for either aconscious or a subconscious stimulation at one or more locations ofuser's brain; a multilayered supervising processor structured with atleast one first stimulus-respond lower reflex-like bio-feedback layer,and at least one second processing-supervising upper reflex-likebio-feedback layer; the processor comprises a user drivenbehaviors-hierarchy optimizer configuring for storing and processingparameters derived from user's behavior, weighing and defining hierarchyof the same, and either offline or online providing critical go/no-govalues and allowable measures' range for the parameters; the processoris con Figured for operating as follows: in the lower reflex-like layer,and for both at least one first and at least one second behaviors, bymeans of at least a portion of the sensors intercommunicated with thewearable module, detecting the n and m events and defining the same asn^(th) or m^(th) stimulus; by communicating with the behaviors-hierarchyoptimizer, correlating the stimulus with at least one parameter derivedfrom user's at least one first behavior, weighting the parameter, andsubsequently defining a response for the at least one first behavioralstimulus; in the upper reflex-like layer, and for both at least onefirst and at least one second behaviors, weighting the n and m events;detecting prevalence and magnitude of the events, processing the same,and supervising the lower reflex-like layer such that one of thefollowing is being held true: decreasing response for stimuli of thefirst behavior if both hierarchy of second behavior is higher thanhierarchy of first behavior prevalence and magnitude of the firstbehavior is lower than prevalence and magnitude of the second behavior;decreasing response for stimuli of the first behavior if both hierarchyof second behavior is higher than hierarchy of first behaviorprevalence, magnitude of the first behavior is higher than prevalenceand magnitude of the second behavior; and at least one parameter derivedfrom user's first behavior is lower than critical go/no-go, and valuesof the at least one the pre-determined parameter are within allowablemeasures' range; allowing response for both stimuli of the of the firstbehavior and stimuli of the second behavior, if both hierarchy of secondbehavior is higher than hierarchy of first behavior, prevalence andmagnitude of the first behavior is lower than prevalence and magnitudeof the second behavior, and at least one parameter derived from user'sfirst behavior is higher than critical go/no-go, and values of the atleast one the pre-determined parameter are not within allowablemeasures' range; and allowing response for both stimuli of the of thefirst behavior and stimuli of the second behavior, if both hierarchy ofsecond behavior is higher than hierarchy of first behavior, prevalenceand magnitude of the first behavior is higher than prevalence andmagnitude of the second behavior, and at least one parameter derivedfrom user's first behavior is higher than critical go/no-go, and valuesof the at least one pre-determined parameter are not within allowablemeasures' range (see FIGS. 9-11).

FIG. 9 depicts graphic description of the function of lower reflex-likelayer of the multilayered bio-feedbacking system of the currentinvention. This lower reflex-like layer detects a plurality of events.Of these events, the lower reflex-like layer detects a stimulus of a“bad” behavior, for example visiting a fast-food site. Followingdetection of this stimulus, the lower reflex-like layer responds bysending an alert for a “punishment” of this use: i.e. reducing amount ofdessert for the next meal, lowering accumulated credits etc. In order totrach the user to avoid this “bad” behavior, the lower reflex-like layerresponds for any event, resulting elongation of the delay time betweenthe events.

FIG. 10 depicts graphic description of the combined function of upperand lower reflex-like layers of the multilayered bio-feedbacking systemof the current invention.

FIG. 10A depicts the graphic description of two sets of events: 1^(st)type behavior events (blue) and 2^(nd) type behavior events (red). Forexample 1^(st) type behavior is visiting at fast-food sites, while2^(nd)—type behavior is smoking cigarettes.

FIG. 10B depicts the combined functioning of upper and lower reflex-likelayers of the multilayered bio-feedbacking system of the currentinvention in relation to 1^(st) type behavior and 2^(nd) type behaviors.As explained in FIG. 9, the lower reflex-like layer detects a stimulusof a “bad” behavior, for example visiting a fast-food site and responds,in order to lower its magnitude and frequency. The lower reflex-likelayer detects additional stimulus of a “bad” behavior, for examplesmoking (red, 2^(nd)-type behavior). The upper reflex-like layer isacting by processing the events' data as well as stimuli and response ofthe lower reflex-like layer and supervising the responses. The upperreflex-like layer, with the support of the user drivenbehaviors-hierarchy optimizer, prioritizes and determines the hierarchyof these two events. In this example, smoking behavior has a higherhierarchy than visiting fast-food sites. Thus, the upper reflex-likelayer is acting by increasing the regulation regardinghighly-prioritized behavior (2^(nd) type behavior, i.e. smoking); whiledecreasing responses to 1^(st) type behavior, i.e. visiting fast-foodsites.

This methodology of supervising the response and selecting the importantbehavior which deserves most of the responses, assists in treatment ofthe most important and crucial behaviors, and eliminates response onnon-important events. This method also improves the overall complianceand commitment of the user to this life-style improving system.

FIG. 11 depicts another non-limiting example of the combined function ofupper and lower reflex-like layers of the multilayered bio-feedbackingsystem of the current invention.

A user of the current system has two types of behavior: eating fastfoods i.e. burger meals (blue, 1^(st) type behavior) and smokingcigarettes (red, 2^(nd) type behavior). Supervising of these behaviorsis performed by increasing regulation of one type of behavior, once thistype of behavior is highly prioritized (for example smoking has a higherhierarchy over fast-food eating) or a user-parameter derived from thisbehavior is not within allowable measures, (i.e. critical smokinghazard), or both.

Example 12

John, a 30-year-old man, has been working for many hours and does noteat properly. John applied for weight loss training: John first manuallyfulfilled the questionnaire to determine the treatment protocol, andthen the treatment protocol was determined.

At the same time, John fills out the health promotion questionnairemanually and also wears the biometric watch/bracelet that begancollecting data.

It appears that John's self-reported data are partial and that theinformation obtained from the biometric watch/bracelet suggests that thereasons for uncontrolled eating of John, are not only due to the reasonshe cited, but because of other reasons such as lack of sleep, poorquality sleep, and constant pain.

Therefore, the system will be directed to the continuation of designatedneurofeedback treatments for symptomatic relief, and only after reachinga Quality Score lower than the initial weighted Quality Score, John willbegin receiving references to more challenging recommendations thatcombine neurofeedback training:

-   -   a. a location-based warning such as—please go to the park        nearest you, where you can walk in and improve the amount of        daily walking.    -   b. another location-based warning—when John comes to a        restaurant, he receives a warning about an informed choice of        food    -   c. early warning about sleeping, 3 hours prior to creating a        quality sleep.

1.-52. (canceled)
 53. A QEEG-based bio-feedbacking system characterizedby a. a user-derived, internal-data source, captive portal data input(CP); said data is selected from a group consisting of data comprisingbasic input data, passive continuous input data and active input data;b. a external-data source database; c. a graphical user interface (GUI);d. a QEEG wearable device configured for both sensing and for trainingdefined area of patient's brain; and e. a computer processing manager(CPM) for processing both said internal data and external data,interconnected with said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM isconfigured to instruct QEEG electrode mediated biofeedbacking to trainsaid area of patient's brain according to said patient-data driventraining-protocol.
 54. The system of claim 53, wherein said system isuseful for the treatment or an adjunctive therapy for at least one oftherapies for eating disorders, uncontrolled or unbalanced eating,diabetes, sleep disorders, sleep apnea, uncontrolled behaviors, obesity,ADHD, addictions, ADD, eating behaviors, depression, anxiety, autism,anxiety addictions, pain, sexuality and fertility, fibromyalgiaperformance, sleep disorders, emotional eating, anxiety, impulsiveness,frustration of food, urge to eat, physical problems, and any combinationthereof.
 55. The system of claim 53, wherein said captive portal isconfigured to collect and store said patient's data input.
 56. Thesystem of claim 53, wherein said system is either stationary or mobile.57. The system of claim 53, wherein said CP comprises an algorithmconfigured to weigh the results of said data input, with said data ofsaid database.
 58. The system of claim 53, wherein said instructions forfeedbacking comprises at least one of the group consisting of a wearableneurofeedback (NF) system and a wearable neurofeedback system usingvirtual reality (VR).
 59. The neurofeedback of claim 58, wherein saidsystem comprises at least one QEEG electrode configured to train atleast one brain area.
 60. The system of claim 53, wherein said system isuseful for increasing at least one selected from the group consisting ofability to organize, persistence, temptation resistance, devoting,awareness of the need to change, abilities to persist, planning,optimism, being essential, being organized, being aware of quality,being attentive to hunger, managing to be particular, motivating to beparticular, readiness for treatment, sleeping quality, faith in ownability, and any combination thereof.
 61. The system of claim 54,wherein said eating disorders are selected from a group consistingnon-diagnosed eating disorders, unbalanced eating, uncontrolled eating,industrial eating, obesity, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, muscledysmorphia, Binge Eating Disorder, Other Specified Feeding or EatingDisorder, atypical anorexia nervosa, atypical bulimia nervosa, EatingDisorders, Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder(BED), Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), obesity,unbalanced eating, selective eating, western industrial eating,orthorexia, excessive exercise, disorders with symptoms similar toanorexia or bulimia that do not meet all diagnostic criteria for DSMdisorders and any combination thereof.
 62. The system of claim 53,wherein said patient is selected from a group of patients not diagnosedwith obesity, patient diagnosed with obesity, patient diagnosed withAD(H)D, patient not diagnosed with AD(H)D, patient diagnosed with eatingdisorders, and patient not diagnosed with eating disorders.
 63. The CPMof claim 53, wherein said CPM further provides instructions forcannabinoid-based therapy adjunct to said cranial electrode mediatedtraining.
 64. The system of claim 53, wherein Passive Continuous InputData comprises at least one of said patient's parameters selected fromEEG, distance travelled, velocity, heart rate, blood pressure, bodytemperature, sleeping time, duration of phone calls, number of outgoingand incoming calls and text messages, identification of phone calls andcallers, length of calls, WhatsApp messages, Social networks' usage,visits in restaurants, visits in in fast food sites, visits in swimmingpools, visits in gym, camera photos, location, acquisitions and anycombination thereof.
 65. The system of claim 53, wherein PassiveContinuous Input Data is assembled by a device selected from a group ofan EEG device, a camera, a mobile phone, a smartphone, a watch, a smartwatch, a bracelet, a smart bracelet, a wristband, a smart wristband, asmart band and any combination thereof.
 66. The system of claim 53,wherein Basic Input Data comprises personal details, said personaldetails are weight, Body fat, height, age, BMI, body fat, muscle massand gender.
 67. The system of claim 53, wherein Active Input Datacomprises at least one of a personal characterization questionnaire, aneating and diet preferences questionnaire, a “Health promotingquestionnaire” and any combination thereof.
 68. The system of claim 53,wherein said system is further configured to repeat to collect said datafollowing said treatment at plurality of time points, to determinewhether the patient is responsive; and to recommend the training to becontinued if the patient is responsive or to be discontinued is thepatient is non responsive.
 69. The system of claim 53, wherein said CPis further configured to collect said data following said treatment ofsaid eating disorders, at n time points, wherein n is an integer equalof higher than 2, comprising of first time point before start of saidtreatment of said eating disorders and a second time point at a latertime over life of said patient; further wherein said CMP configured toprovide instructions for cranial electrode mediated electro training tosaid areas in the brain according to a predetermined patient datadependent protocol, and said database provides data related to eatingdisorders, and said training be continued, if values of said patient'sweight in said input data at second time point are lower than value atsaid first time point.
 70. A method of treating at least one of eatingdisorders, obesity, uncontrolled or unbalanced eating, diabetes, sleepdisorders, sleep apnea and uncontrolled behaviors, the methodcharacterized by: a. providing a user-derived, internal-data source,captive portal data input (CP); said data is selected from a groupconsisting of data comprising basic input data, passive continuous inputdata and active input data; b. providing a external-data sourcedatabase; c. providing a graphical user interface (GUI); d. providing anEEG wearable device configured for both sensing and for training definedarea of patient's brain; and e. providing a computer processing manager(CPM) for processing both said internal data and external data,interconnected with said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM isconfigured to instruct cranial electrode mediated biofeedbacking totrain said area of patient's brain according to said patient-data driventraining-protocol.
 71. A method for rapid diagnosis of a patient, saidmethod comprising: a. providing a user derived module, comprising aninternal-data source captive portal data input (CP); said data comprisesbasic input data, algorithm-based questionnaires; and measurements ofsaid EEG; b. providing an EEG wearable device configured for bothsensing and for training g defined area of patient's brain; c. providinga external-data source database; d. providing a graphical user interface(GUI); and e. providing a computer processing manager (CPM) forprocessing both said internal data and external data, interconnectedwith said CP, said database and said GUI; said CPM is configured toinstruct cranial electrode mediated biofeebacking to train said area ofpatient's brain according to said patient-data driven training-protocol.